Urban Agriculture

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The last speaker talked about the code restrictions for raising backyard hens.  She has started a group called Hens in Jax that is working to change the ordinance.

^Lauren Trad will be speaking at the Urban Ag forum on March 15 too

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From a city that really knows how to make urban ag work and feed its citizens - this is truly inspiring http://www.fastcoexist.com/1679420/coming-to-seattle-the-countrys-biggest-public-food-forest

[Debbie Thompson]

Urban Ag Forum, Springfield Woman's Club, 210 W. 7th Street, corner of Silver and 7th.  March 15th.  Good informational session.

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Yes, it is at 7pm Debbie

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Great model hen ordinance work  - Pinellas County - worth reading

http://pinellascountycitizensforbackyardpoultry.weebly.com/ordinances.html

[Springfield Chicken]

Spread the word about the forum.  This is an excellent opportunity to learn what the whole urban ag movement is all about.  The idea is to have zoning changes drafted that reflect the needs and desires of the community.  So come and get answers to questions and fill out the surveys that will be available.

[Springfield Chicken]

Great article today!  Show up tonight and learn more!