Pedal Patch Community

Pedal Patch Community (PPC) isa sustainable community venture project made up of a network of growers and supporters scattered throughout Southern California region, tended by folks who work together to grow, harvest and share tasty veggies and fruits. Utilizing both public and private land to cultivate, PPC grows organic produce and flowers for the purpose ...learn more

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Created: Jul 22, 2009

Updated: Oct 22, 2009

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	I haven’t seen the movie yet, but it appears to be creating quite a buzz. I case you haven’t heard of FOOD, Inc. check it out - http://www.foodincmovie.com/index.php Jason Eugene 3:21 am
	When I read this article I was so pleased to hear of yet another successful program and community taking charge of their food source and activating their community to get involved, and educated on sustainable gardening. It was such a profound affirmation I even changed my major, and decided to fully commit myself to the movement. I reached out to Mrs. Redmond and had the pleasure of a) congratulating her and her family; b) picked her brain; and c) request that she send us here on west coast some positive energy. Her story was such and inspiration to me, and I’m sure for many others, that I shared it with my entire network. - http://newfarm.rodaleinstitute.org/features/1104/urban_farm/ Jason Eugene 3:37 am
	Do you know of any BioDynamic farmers? I am in the midst of creating the menu for a Rudolf Steiner inspired cafe on Sunset Blvd in Los Angeles called ElderBerries and if no one knows of a Biodynamic farmerin teh area may we support the food grown bythsi communityand purchase it from you? Dorit D 3:01 pm
	Hi Dorit D! Unfortunately I do not know of any BioDynamic farms near Los Angeles, but I can most certainly research it for you through my network. I would need to speak with you in more detail to learn more about your specific needs. I can be reached at jasonb.pcc@gmail.com Jason Eugene 3:16 pm
	Do you know of any PPC type efforts in San Francisco? Angus Parker 1:34 pm
	No, sorry I don't. But I have not looked either. Jason Eugene 2:02 pm
	I saw your message on Twitter, but don't see any information about the "I Want to be a Farmer" camapign. It would be good to add some specific content on that project. Sounds great! Timonie Hood 12:41 pm
	Agree with Timonie, would be nice to have a clear "Call to Action" so people see how they can help Peggy Duvette 12:46 pm
	We're rolling out the "I Want To Be A Farmer" campaign shortly. In addition, the official PPC site and programs will be up for viewing over the weekend. Hopefully we want have any more delays. Jason Eugene 1:01 pm
	Thanks! I'm inviting some more farmer-to-be-types. Timonie Hood 1:44 pm

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PPC Garden-share Build

Studio City 7/25/09

Summer is in full swing and the heat index is off the chart, but that didn't stop our build this weekend. PPC installed a new garden-share site in Studio City at member Deborah Constantino's home. After a few trips to the supply store, the nursery and some very cold beverages later, we hunkered down and installed our first garden-share site in the San Fernando Valley. With a little help from Deb's hubby, Constantino, we manage to complete the project just in the nick of time as the sun set.

This site contains: tomatoes, onions, beans, watermelon, squash, cucumber, lettuce, arugula, beets, eggplant, carrots, kohlrabi and a full herb garden-patch.

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PPC Garden-share Sites In Development

Venice Beach & Los Feliz 7/29/09

Los Feliz

Venice Beach

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Urban Garden / Farm Inspiration - today and tomorrow

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Garden Planting 101

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Massachusetts Coalition for Health Communities MCHC

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Albaeco

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Monks Without Borders

Activities: Educational, Networking
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MAYOR NEWSOM SIGNS MANDATORY RECYCLING AND COMPOSTING ORDINANCE

"Mayor Newsom´s ordinance will require all residences and businesses in San Francisco to take advantage of the city´s recycling and composting collection programs. While several other cities require r" ...more

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Why OCA and Fair Trade Advocates Are Pressuring Whole Foods and UNFI

"In response to OCA's recent alerts on Whole Foods Market (WFM) and United Natural Foods Inc. (UNFI), WFM posted out a form letter to many of our readers. Below is a summary of OCA's response, which y" ...more

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Don't Let Obama Put Monsanto Cheerleaders in Charge of Food Safety

"The Obama Administration is putting two notorious biotech bullies in charge of food safety. Former Monsanto lobbyist Michael Taylor has been appointed as a senior advisor to the Food and Drug Adminis" ...more

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Companion Planting

A nifty guide to companion planting - which plants go and grow well together in a garden.

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Sustainable Home

Every day, more and more consumers are shopping smarter, eating healthier, and enjoying an abundance of fresh, locally-grown products. Sustainable Table was created to celebrate this fast-growing, dyn ...more

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Agenda for a New Economy

A brand new book from the board chair of Yes! magazine. The full title of the book is Agenda for a New Economy: From Phantom Wealth to Real Wealth. Korten's goal is to change the stories we tell ours ...more

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CCOF

About CCOF Structure of CCOF Food you can trust CCOF promotes and supports organic food and agriculture through a premier organic certification program, trade support, producer and consumer educa ...more

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