Urban Farming by Thomas J. Fox(Book)

This book is about large and small projects in urban and suburban areas, including; planting green roofs, successful raised garden beds on concrete, community gardens, micro flocks of chickens and beekeeping.

Topics include:

• Portraits of successful urban farmers
• Growing techniques and types of gardens
• Plant management and safe pest control
• A dissertation on dirt (or more about soil than you’ve ever imagined!)
• Watering techniques
• Fertilisers and composts
• The goodies, berries and fruits!
• DIY garden projects
• Creating your own garden calendar
• Companion planting, seed selecting, seed starting, harvesting
• Backyard critters; goats, rabbits, chickens, fish and bees.

Urban Farming starts with a big picture look at food needs and production and how we can each play our part in a more sustainable future for the planet, using our backyards, balconies or containers. Fox is a passionate and articulate urban farmer who is out to convert us into capable and sustainable householders.