{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"What’s Up, Wake","title":"Exploring Raleigh City Farm: Urban Farming in Downtown Raleigh","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1906,"description":"Join us as we \"dig\" into the transformation of a vacant 1.2-acre lot into the lush, productive Raleigh City Farm. Executive Director Lisa Grele Barrie shares the vision, history, and impact of this urban oasis. Discover how the farm connects the community to nature, agriculture, and sustainability through gardening, volunteering, and educational programs. Learn about their sustainable practices, the importance of soil health, and the farm’s contributions to addressing food insecurity in North Carolina. Plus, get insights into upcoming events and volunteer opportunities that make Raleigh City Farm a vital part of the community.\n00:00 Introduction to Downtown Raleigh's Hidden Gem\n00:52 The Birth of Raleigh City Farm\n01:11 Meet the Executive Director: Lisa Grele Barrie\n01:42 The Vision and Founding of Raleigh City Farm\n02:14 Transforming a Vacant Lot into a Farm\n06:12 A Day in the Life at Raleigh City Farm\n08:56 Engaging the Community: Volunteer Opportunities\n14:59 Maximizing Small Spaces for Urban Farming\n17:16 Strategic Science of Regenerative Farming\n17:46 Soil Health and Free Resources\n19:53 Community Engagement and Food Donations\n22:06 Educational Initiatives and Workshops\n24:09 Sustainability Practices and Urban Farming\n26:38 Gardening Tips for Small Spaces\n28:53 Upcoming Events and Fundraisers\n29:57 Conclusion and Contact Information","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/3FPpkJ7JIRSxqmup6bUJfqr8_rMrqpK7grf9C8PwVsk/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9iNmM5/OWRmY2Y4NDg0ZDEy/YjlmZjdkZDdhNDI2/OTJiZC5qcGVn.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}