Positive Progression

It has now been over one month, since we were first granted our own sixty square foot beds. On August 28th, the sustag students created groups, ventured out to the farm, and were given their beds. Most beds looked like a disaster. Different greens sprouting out in every direction. Weeds were commonly found in each patch of dirt. After some knowledge of the farming tools was demonstrated by each student, farming began! For many (and especially my group) it took a long time to weed out and remove all invasive species. However once that was completed the path to a biointensive garden began. We aerated soil, spread compost, and added new soils to our beds. Once our beds seemed somewhat organized planting was the next step. My group was able to plant lettuce, garlic, onions, beans, and potatoes. These plants have slowly grown every single day with water and care from each member of my group. Arriving at the farm each day and seeing the growth in all of the plants is quite rewarding. Everyone's beds began as heaping piles of greens and grasses. But now everyone has managed to start their own gardens. The farm will soon be producing harvest after harvest.

-Zach Ginsburg