Recently, the Greater Augusta Black Chamber of Commerce Agribusiness Committee, represented by Chimere J Brown and LaShawndra Robinson, had the honor of joining the CTAE (Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education) Advisory Council at Cross Creek High School.
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“This investiture is not just about marking a new presidency. It’s about lifting up Paine College as an anchor institution - one that can partner with all of us to imagine and build a better future for Augusta.”
— Karen Gordon, Director of Growing Augusta, on behalf of local BIPOC farmers
In a compelling new review, researchers analyze findings from around 50 contemporary studies to uncover the hidden strengths of community gardens. These shared green spaces, they show, are more than just patches of produce—they are vital incubators of social capital.
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In a time when so many of us are asking where our food comes from and how our choices affect health, community, and the planet, one of the simplest yet most powerful acts is choosing to buy directly from local farms. Shopping local does more than put fresher food on your table - it nurtures relationships, strengthens the economy, and cares for the environment
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The Augusta-Richmond County Commission will officially proclaim August as Agriculture Month in Augusta during the delegation portion of its regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at 2:00 PM in the Commission Chambers at the Augusta Municipal Building.
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Organizing a successful farm-to-table event that highlights local produce and engages the community requires thoughtful planning and collaboration.
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Augusta Area Black Farmers - 2025 Update
List compiled by Growing Augusta: Arts, Agriculture, & Agency
Courtesy of the South Augusta Farmers Market, where we connect and build community through food. Join us every 3rd Friday and select Saturdays at the corner of Windsor Spring and Tobacco Roads. Follow the mobile market at growingaugusta.co/stop
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In USDA Zone 8a, you have a wide variety of plants, trees, and shrubs to consider for edible landscaping that can help with ecological restoration, food security, and community well-being.
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Every plant we nurture, every child we teach, and every neighbor we connect with makes a difference. Together, we’re building a more vibrant, equitable, and resilient food system - right here at home.
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C. Joy Johnson Brown is a deeply committed individual who leverages her expertise and passion for agriculture to foster community development, combat food insecurity, and promote sustainable practices. Her work at the Belle Terrace Community Garden and through her various leadership roles demonstrates a holistic approach that nourishes both the body and the spirit, driven by her faith and a strong desire to empower others.
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