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Common Roots BiHi is Hiring!

Common Roots BiHi is Hiring!

Common Roots BiHi is hiring a Community Outreach Coordinator One Position: Community Outreach Coordinator Organization: Common Roots Urban Farm BiHi  Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia Eligibility: this position is funded through the Job Creation Partnership...

Growing Home

Growing Home

Text & photos — Carolina Andrade View the original article here: Growing Home - BESIDE Depending on where you reside in the world, farming can look and feel very different, but the basic process remains the same: nourish the soil, plant seeds, water as needed,...

‘The Florida Weave’

‘The Florida Weave’

Have you ever heard of the ‘Florida Weave’? It’s actually an effective method of trellising (staking) tomatoes if you plant your tomatoes side by side in rows. With the Florida Weave, the idea is to “sandwich” your plants between lengths of twine. The twine gently...

A Tale On Two Wheels – FREE PERFORMANCE

A Tale On Two Wheels – FREE PERFORMANCE

We’re excited to announce a special performance in the garden titled: 'A Tale on Two Wheels!' A FREE, socially distant performance delivered by tandem bike! Great for kids and families! THIS SATURDAYJuly 24 @ 3PM BiHi Common Roots Urban Farm BiHi Location7064 Bayers...

Gardener Spotlight

Gardener Spotlight

Meet Cath! This is her 1st year with a garden plot at Common Roots Woodside. Cath loves the community spirit of the garden - especially in these less social times! She’s been into gardening for the past 4 years & is inspired by her sister. Her favourite plant to...

Come Work with us this Summer!

Come Work with us this Summer!

Common Roots Urban Farms BiHi and Woodside have 4 seasonal job openings this year! We have a couple of different opportunities this year: engaging the communities on the farms, and supporting our educational programming and communications. All positions offer a chance...

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