Ep. 22 Writing Urban Ag Policy

In this episode of MOTHER EARTH NEWS and Friends Russel Mullin of Heirloom Gardener and I sat down with Helen Schnoes and Mary Miller of the Douglas County Food Policy Council to discuss how to work inside your city limits to gain agricultural rights for your community.

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Here is a collection of related articles you may enjoy:

How to Start an Urban Farm

Zoning and City Code Considerations for Urban Homesteaders

National Resources:

Iowa State "Urban Zoning Guide"

American Planning Association - Policy Briefs

Regional Resources:

North Eastern Kansas Beekeepers Association

Local Extension Services

Food Policy Network

Community Food Assessment

Public Health Law Center "Policy Brief"

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