Whether you’re planting a pot of herbs on your balcony or starting a full backyard garden, you have the power to nourish your family and community.
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Read MoreAs Georgia communities continue to innovate in food access, sustainability, and small-scale farming, it's time for our federal policies to catch up. This week, I submitted a programmatic request to Senator Jon Ossoff's office for Fiscal Year 2026, urging the USDA to elevate its Office of Urban Agriculture and Innovative Production to a standalone division. While urban agriculture is currently tucked within the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), its potential goes far beyond conservation. Our farms—especially those in underserved neighborhoods—deserve dedicated support that recognizes their role in feeding families, creating jobs, and transforming communities. Below is the full cover letter I submitted, advocating for this change. -
Read MoreA celebration of Augusta’s local farms, food producers, agri-businesses, and urban agriculture innovations.
Read MoreA celebration of Augusta’s local farms, food producers, agri-businesses, and urban agriculture innovations.
Read MoreAgriculture is evolving. While traditional farming has long been the foundation of food production, new and innovative approaches are reshaping how we grow and distribute food. Urban farms, hydroponics, aquaponics, permaculture, and agroforestry are just a few examples of nontraditional farming models that offer sustainable solutions for food security and environmental conservation.
Read MoreRepurposing vacant spaces for food production addresses multiple issues at once, including food insecurity, urban blight, and sustainability. With proper planning, communities can turn neglected areas into productive spaces that provide fresh produce, employment, and ecological benefits.
Read MoreThese careers emphasize accessible, hands-on opportunities that students can start right now, either through internships, side businesses, or community projects.
Read MoreOn February 18, 2025, the Greater Augusta Black Chamber of Commerce hosted a Business Resource Fair, where the Agribusiness Committee welcomed Vontice Jackson, NRCS Outreach Director. She provided key updates on USDA programs and resources, reinforcing agriculture’s status as Georgia’s #1 industry.
Read More“We’ve walked through fire—figuratively and literally. From health scares to hurricanes, this team and our partners showed up for Augusta every single time,” said Karen Gordon, Director of Growing Augusta. “To everyone working tirelessly in the food access and farmer support spaces, I see you, I thank you, and I celebrate you.”
Read MoreAgriculture is evolving. While traditional farming has long been the foundation of food production, new and innovative approaches are reshaping how we grow and distribute food. Urban farms, hydroponics, aquaponics, permaculture, and agroforestry are just a few examples of nontraditional farming models that offer sustainable solutions for food security and environmental conservation.
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