843: Planting in the Fall Garden with Nika Forte
A Rosie on the House Radio Show Replay.
In This Show:
Romey Romero, Farmer Greg and special guest Nika Forte discuss urban farming and the importance of fall gardening. Nika details her role as the Urban Farms Director at St. Vincent de Paul’s Urban Farm and their efforts in combating food insecurity through sustainable practices. They also emphasize the significance of healthy soil, appropriate garden placement, and choosing crops that are both enjoyable and cost-effective, with insights into seed preservation. Additionally, Nika introduces her children’s book series aimed at promoting diversity in agriculture.
Our Guest:Nika Forte is a wife and mother who loves spending time with family, serving others and working in her garden. She served two years in AmeriCorps program under Public Allies and is currently the Urban Farms Director at St. Vincent de Paul’s Urban Farm where she worked for almost nine years. Her mission in life is to advocate for communities that are experiencing food insecurity, and to work every day to educate others on how to grow and give back to the environment in a sustainable and compassionate way.
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Come join us for the next broadcast or listen to a replay through our podcast episodes. Either way you will expand your knowledge about growing food in the local desert and gain new perspectives on your local food system.
Broadcast every fourth Saturday on:
KTAR NEWS Phoenix 8-11 am KNST Tucson 10-11am
Country 93.5 Flagstaff 8-11am KGVY Green Valley 8-11am
What is the Rosie On the House Radio Show? – Rosie on the House is a father and son weekly radio show on home-improvement advice that is found on several key Arizona radio stations. It is a trusted source of home-improvement advice and know-how. Rosie and Romey Romero consider that an honor and a responsibility, a feeling that Greg shares.
On the fourth Saturday of each month, Farmer Greg will talk about all aspects of gardening and urban farming in the Arizona climates…
Gardening Tips * Chickens * Composting
Smart Watering Tips * Fruit Trees * Seed Saving
Sonoran Desert Weather * Permaculture Tidbits
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