today, I found myself harvesting a few green tomatoes and taking in all the sights and sounds. I ended up pinching back basil flowers, those delicate blooms that often go unnoticed or discarded, and instead of tossing them, I'm dehydrating them to use in infused oils and salad toppings.
Read MoreAugusta 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
Read MoreIn 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.
Read MoreWalker Thomas lists several low-effort income streams for community gardens, ideal for generating funds without straining volunteer resources.
Read MoreEvery 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.
Read MoreC. 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.
Read MoreOne of the core values that Henry emphasizes is the importance of growing your own food. A mother and grandmother, Henry stresses the need to teach future generations how to be self-sufficient. During the recent hurricane, she reflected on the comfort and security that came from having collards and kale right in her backyard. It was a simple yet powerful reminder of how access to fresh food—whether from a backyard garden or a local market—can provide both nourishment and peace of mind in times of need.
Read MoreAt the request of the Honorable Rick W. Allen, Member of Congress, this flag was flown on behalf of Augusta Agribusiness Committee (augusta.farm), to commemorate the designation of 2025 as The Year of Agriculture in Augusta Georgia, honoring the growers, producers, advocates, and community leaders who work to nourish the region and create a more equitable and resilient food future.
Read MoreAt Southern Foodscapes, we believe your landscape should not only be beautiful and evergreen — it should feed you, too.
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