One only has to look outside and they can understand that space is at a premium. In many parts of the country the farmland is dwindling while concrete and large buildings invade. Is this good or bad? I'm sure there are many arguments to support both, what it definitely shows is that the average person should not rely on others for food. There may come a time when food is in a shortage (for the "average" American, I know there are people who already are suffering from food shortages) and we will need to rely on ourselves and our community for food.
The best way to do this, in my opinion, is for each household to start a garden. It doesn't have to be big or elaborate-just a small space to grow food. I know money is a factor (at least it is for me) so you don't have to start with 10 different vegetables and a huge plot. I definitely do not have a green thumb but I feel it is important to embrace the idea that we should provide as much of our own food as possible because the farmlands are not coming back. I think rooftop gardens and backyard gardens and balcony gardens and windowsill gardens are the future. Today is a good day to do some research into your own climate, see whats grows best and choose to plant at least one type of vegetable or fruit. If you would rather spend money on someone else to garden then consider joining a CSA, you can search for local ones in your area or buy from local farmer stands.
If you are really ambitious and love gardening, that leads me to my big idea: Start a community garden. I love to go through Seattle or other neighborhoods and see the clever ways residents have incorporated gardens and food into their community. I love the sense of shared responsibility and camaraderie it gives people. I would really love to start one myself but I'm a little nervous and unsure of how to go about it. Does the land get donated? Do people do a fundraiser and raise money for the plot? If someone has personal experience starting a community garden let me know, I would love to hear about it!
The best way to do this, in my opinion, is for each household to start a garden. It doesn't have to be big or elaborate-just a small space to grow food. I know money is a factor (at least it is for me) so you don't have to start with 10 different vegetables and a huge plot. I definitely do not have a green thumb but I feel it is important to embrace the idea that we should provide as much of our own food as possible because the farmlands are not coming back. I think rooftop gardens and backyard gardens and balcony gardens and windowsill gardens are the future. Today is a good day to do some research into your own climate, see whats grows best and choose to plant at least one type of vegetable or fruit. If you would rather spend money on someone else to garden then consider joining a CSA, you can search for local ones in your area or buy from local farmer stands.
If you are really ambitious and love gardening, that leads me to my big idea: Start a community garden. I love to go through Seattle or other neighborhoods and see the clever ways residents have incorporated gardens and food into their community. I love the sense of shared responsibility and camaraderie it gives people. I would really love to start one myself but I'm a little nervous and unsure of how to go about it. Does the land get donated? Do people do a fundraiser and raise money for the plot? If someone has personal experience starting a community garden let me know, I would love to hear about it!
