{"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.00:00 Introduction to Downtown Raleigh's Hidden Gem00:52 The Birth of Raleigh City Farm01:11 Meet the Executive Director: Lisa Grele Barrie01:42 The Vision and Founding of Raleigh City Farm02:14 Transforming a Vacant Lot into a Farm06:12 A Day in the Life at Raleigh City Farm08:56 Engaging the Community: Volunteer Opportunities14:59 Maximizing Small Spaces for Urban Farming17:16 Strategic Science of Regenerative Farming17:46 Soil Health and Free Resources19:53 Community Engagement and Food Donations22:06 Educational Initiatives and Workshops24:09 Sustainability Practices and Urban Farming26:38 Gardening Tips for Small Spaces28:53 Upcoming Events and Fundraisers29:57 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}