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It is important for farmers to understand the basic principles of irrigation and the various types of irrigation systems. These resources can help.

Designing urban agriculture space so that it will use water efficiently, avoid costly soil remediation, attract beneficial insects, and maximize space can greatly influence a farm or gardens production potential. The following resources provide information on farm and garden design.

Location: Alameda Ploughshares Nursery has gained a reputation for providing the Alameda and Oakland area with quality ornamental and edible nursery plants for landscaping and gardening.

Location: San Francisco In 2009 the Treasure Island Job Corps Center established a 1-acre farm. Today, students from the construction program continue to build farm infrastructure while culinary students prepare heirloom and specialty vegetables for the schools catering business and cafeteria.

There a number of definitions of urban agriculture (UA).

Learn more about urban farms around California, including their challenges and successes.

COVID-19, Urban Farms, and Food Safety Resources The following resources provide information for food safety on the farm, such as how to create a food safety plan and standard operating procedures. Every farm should have a food safety plan, and workers should be trained in good hygiene practices.

Local Advocacy Groups and Urban Agriculture Projects BAY AREA North Bay Area Rooted in Resilience SAGE Sustainable Agriculture Education East Bay East Bay Urban Agriculture Alliance Dig Deep Farms Alameda Ploughshares Nursery Pinole Pinole Incubator Farm Project Richmond Sunnyside Organic Seedlings...

Having a Pest Problem? Use the following three resources to identify pests and figure out how to prevent and manage infestation.

For many urban farms in California, water can be a costly resource. Many urban agriculture projects rely on city water, which can have restrictions and penalty costs during water shortages. The following tips discuss ways to conserve water through irrigation practices.