Now in its fourth year, November's Urban Agriculture Month continues to blossom with a growing number of participants, venues and food-growing showcases across Australia.
This year, Yarra City Council is proud to feature a calendar of events where residents can learn about and celebrate local food production and the many ways it benefits both people and our local ecosystems.
Throughout November, you'll find a variety of activities across Yarra, from thought-provoking panel discussions to hands-on workshops, all aimed at enhancing our understanding and appreciation of urban agriculture. Check out the details below and take part in these exciting events!
Featured events
Public Housing Community Gardens Tour – Rollickin' Richmond
Tuesday 12 November, 11am to 12.30pm
Lennox Street Community Garden, Cnr Lennox St and Butler St, North Richmond
Want to know more about what is growing in our community gardens in North Richmond? Join us for a tour of the Lennox and Highett community gardens! Whether you're keen to learn about the story behind the plants being grown, or the traditional gardening techniques that are used, this tour is for you.
Garden Party and Food Recycling Depot Opening
Monday 18 November, 10.30am to 3pm
Finbar Neighbourhood House, 143 Kent Street, Richmond
Join the celebration of Finbar Neighbourhood House's newly refurbished Food Recycling Depot! Discover how to recycle your food scraps and learn about composting techniques to enhance your garden. Kath Jones will also host a workshop, "Why Grow Organic?" exploring the benefits and tackling some of the myths surrounding organic gardening.
What is the Future of Urban Agriculture in Naarm?
Thursday 21 November, 6.30pm to 8pm
Bargoonga Nganjin, North Fitzroy Library, 182 St Georges Road, North Fitzroy
Join Yarra's My Smart Garden program and Yarra Libraries for a lively panel discussion led by journalist Sally Warhaft. Hear from local growers at Cultivating Community and the green infrastructure team from the City of Melbourne as they explore the future of urban agriculture in our city.
Fitzroy Urban Agriculture Walk
Wednesday 27 November, 2.15pm to 3.30pm
Fitzroy Learning Network, 198 Napier St, Fitzroy
Discover Fitzroy's vibrant urban agriculture initiatives with Yarra's My Smart Garden program. Join us for an engaging walk through community gardens, composting sites, and urban farms while meeting the dedicated growers and educators who make it all possible.
Organic Pest and Disease Management Workshop
Saturday 23 November, 1pm to 2pm
Rushall Garden, Rushall Cres, Fitzroy North
Explore organic methods for minimising garden pests and disease with Cultivating Community. Learn why chemical fertilizers and insecticides often cause more harm than good and discover simple, eco-friendly solutions you can apply at home.
For a complete list of events and activities in and around Yarra, visit the Urban Agriculture Month website. You can even still register to host your own event, whether it's a garden tour, skill share, crop swap, or communal feast!
Learn more about urban agriculture initiatives in Yarra
