With the upcoming Municipal elections (November 15: http://www.cscd.gov.bc.ca/lgd/gov_structure/Elections/ At the Surrey/White Rock Food Action Coalition we believe your vote is important; but it is also important to become involved in the things that affect your community, in this case “food” and all its derivates: water, energy, soil, transportation, health, etc. We have developed some key […]
Read MoreSaving Money while Eating Healthy
Thinking in preserving food after a great harvesting? Or maybe want to save money by buying seasonal fruits and vegetables? Check this “Canning 101” post for some tips on how to start: http://mainstreampermaculture.com/2014/10/11/food-preservation-101/ If your group (school, church/temple/mosque, community garden, etc) is interested in having workshops on basic food preservation, contact us through: http://mainstreampermaculture.com/contact-silvia/
Read MoreBackyard Farming – Canning and Preserving classes this coming weekend!
Do you have a patio? A deck? A community garden plot? No matter what your space looks like, the farm team can help you get planting with 6 comprehensive, experiential classes over the course of the season. We hope to inspire you to experiment with a sustainable agriculture project in whatever gardening space you have, […]
Read MoreCommunity Food Mapping Consultations/Workshops – Newton Library
Are you concerned about food security, food sovereignty and food resilience in your household and community? Do you worry about what is in your food, where it comes from, how and by whom was produced? Are you aware that our food system is weak and unsustainable, that a high percentage of the fruits and vegetables […]
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