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Time to get planting! Come on down to Sankofa Community Farm and learn the basics of planting your spring garden. We will also cover springtime maintenance including best practices in natural agriculture and pest management. Led by Princess Rahman (beginner-level workshop).
Learn how to make compost through a six-step process that begins with transforming recycled food waste into nutrient-rich soil. This demonstration highlights the current depletion of the city’s soil and shows how composting can restore its vitality—producing dark, fertile earth capable of growing nutritious fruits and vegetables that support optimal health. The Philadelphia Farm Service Agency(FSA) will also be tabling during the event to share USDA resources for urban growers. County Executive Director Nina Berryman will speak to participants about the FSA and answer any questions. She can discuss farm numbers, youth loans, and other financial safety net programs the FSA