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Upcoming Events
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Pest Identification & Management
Learn how to coexist with garden pests effectively, using environmentally friendly solutions that avoid toxic pesticides.
![Cooking Kousa Mahshi with Kawthar](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61ddad815f23d9286ca6ab1c/b52c2aeb-a910-4f93-b50a-3d2620412a23/sylhet.jpg)
Cooking Kousa Mahshi with Kawthar
Using fresh ingredients straight from the farm, you'll learn to prepare this delicious and aromatic dish.
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GROWN IN DETROIT STAND AT EASTERN MARKET SHED 2
This year the Grown in Detroit farm stand will be back at the Eastern Market in Shed 2 from April 27th - November 23rd. Shed 2 is located on Russell between Winder and Adelaide.
![Three Sisters Garden Series: Squash and Beans with Rosebud](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61ddad815f23d9286ca6ab1c/22050824-8640-417b-baff-cc8a5e5834c1/MDE10CentsMeal_Sarah+Rypma_KGD+2023-08-30_140.jpg)
Three Sisters Garden Series: Squash and Beans with Rosebud
Dive deeper into the Three Sisters Garden method in our second session, focusing on beans and squash. Learn how to plant these crops alongside corn to boost soil health and garden productivity.
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Flower Power
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from the gardeners and the plants they tend at the Oudolf Garden Detroit.
Accessing and Purchasing Land with Tee
The purchase process in Detroit can be daunting. And for gardeners there are a few extra considerations to keep in mind including permitting, zoning, and following city ordinances
![Wild Plant ID, Use and Management](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61ddad815f23d9286ca6ab1c/3cc0919f-bd9b-47c8-90da-8204bb2bfa40/IMG_5105.jpg)
Wild Plant ID, Use and Management
Learn how to spot these plants, discover their benefits, and keep them in check to help rather than hinder your garden.
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2024 GID Grower Orientation #4
If you’re thinking about selling your produce, honey, and herbs this year, we hope you’ll consider becoming a Grown In Detroit (GID) member grower. Even if you are on the fence about selling, we encourage you to attend to learn more about the program and meet fellow market growers!
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Growing Grains - CANCELLED
This workshop includes a planting demonstration, showing how these essential crops can enrich your garden and promote sustainability.
Sweet Potatoes Distribution and Planting Demonstrations with Miles
NEW DATE: Stop by to pick up your sweet potato slips and engage in our live planting demonstrations, scheduled throughout the distribution period
Let it Rot: Composting Basics with Ricky
At this class we will share tips and techniques to make the best of your compost pile.
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Three Sisters Garden Series: Corn with Rosebud
This series honors the cultural and spiritual significance of this sustainable practice. The first session will focus on corn—covering mound building and planting, along with a discussion on the traditional Anishinaabe Three Sisters practice.
Improving Soils for Crop Quality and Yield with Parker
We'll explore the wonders of soil structure, making it easy to understand what those soil test results really mean, and share simple yet effective strategies for enhancing the health of your soil.
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LET IT RAIN: Garden Watering, Rainwater Catchment Systems with Kido
At this session we will discuss strategies and techniques to give your plants the ideal amount of water, designs and methods for capturing rainwater for your garden and irrigation systems.
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Hot Crops: Tips for Growing with Strawberry Distribution with Akello
This session not only covers essential gardening techniques such as trellising and staking for robust plant growth but also includes a special strawberry planting demonstration.
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Growing Vegetables in Containers with Sterling
You'll learn how to pick the correct sizes and types of containers to support healthy plant development.
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GROWN IN DETROIT STAND AT EASTERN MARKET SHED 2
This year the Grown in Detroit farm stand will be back at the Eastern Market in Shed 2 from April 27th - November 23rd. Shed 2 is located on Russell between Winder and Adelaide.
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2024 GID Grower Orientation #3
If you’re thinking about selling your produce, honey, and herbs this year, we hope you’ll consider becoming a Grown In Detroit (GID) member grower. Even if you are on the fence about selling, we encourage you to attend to learn more about the program and meet fellow market growers!
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Caring for Cold Crops + Basic Gardening Tips with Romondo
We'll cover how to pick and care for plants that can handle a bit of cold, alongside essential tips on planting times, seed sowing, and bed preparation.
Making Traditional Maple Sugar with Rosebud Bear Schneider (Anishinaabe) and Special Guest Antonio Rafael
Join us to learn more about cherished sugarbush groves, engaging in the age-old practice of harvesting and processing maple sap into maple sugar
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Perennial Fruit Cultivation and Care w/ Kido
We'll delve into key cultivation techniques, with a spotlight on addressing typical challenges like ensuring successful fruit set in tree fruits and implementing effective pest management strategies.
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Common Fruit Pest and Management with Naim
This session is designed to equip you with comprehensive strategies for tackling the most common pests that threaten your fruit trees.
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Small and Unusual Fruit w/ Patrick
Delve into valuable insights on planting techniques, optimizing fertility, mastering the art of pruning, and ensuring continuous care.
Policy Talk #2: How NOT to get a Ticket
We invite you to join a detailed discussion on the city's zoning laws and their impact on urban agriculture practices.
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Starting Seeds Indoors with Mr. Willie Patmon + Molly
Learn to navigate Michigan's growing season through seed starting, potting, and care.
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2024 GID Grower Orientation #2
If you’re thinking about selling your produce, honey, and herbs this year, we hope you’ll consider becoming a Grown In Detroit (GID) member grower. Even if you are on the fence about selling in 2024, we encourage you to attend to learn more about the program and meet fellow market growers!
Growing Mushrooms with Cathy of Adamah Farm
Attendees can expect to learn about crop selection, planting timelines, high tunnel, crop selection, and much more!
GROUNDWORK: Crop Planning in Community
Attendees can expect to learn about crop selection, planting timelines, high tunnel, crop selection, and much more!
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Preparing Microgreens and Kitchen Herbs with Chef Bianca
Join us for an engaging cooking class led by Chef Bianca, where you'll delve into the flavorful world of kitchen herbs and microgreens.
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Introduction to Microgreens, Shoots and Sprouts with Green Boots Veteran Community Urban Farm
This session will teach you how to easily cultivate these greens indoors using trays. The first 28 attendees will be provided with free materials to start their microgreen tray during the class.
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2024 GID Grower Orientation #1
If you’re thinking about selling your produce, honey, and herbs this year, we hope you’ll consider becoming a Grown In Detroit (GID) member grower. Even if you are on the fence about selling, we encourage you to attend to learn more about the program and meet fellow market growers!
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Winter Soup Cooking with Chef Phil
Join us for a Winter Soup Cooking event, featuring a heartwarming Lentil Soup recipe!
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Policy Talk's: Detroit's Proposed Solar Plans
Join us with Tepfirah Rushdan, Detroit's Director of Urban Agriculture, and Guest, Jack Akinlosotu, Director of Sustainability on Thursday, December 14 at 5pm on Zoom and engage in a crucial conversation about shaping Detroit's energy future with solar power.