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Urban Farming

Growing food in cities, often in underutilized spaces like rooftops, backyards, and indoor vertical farms reduces emissions from food transportation & bolsters local economies.

Why It's Cool?!

How to Get There?

Education & Certifications
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Certificate in Urban Agriculture

University of the District of Columbia – College of Agriculture, Urban Sustainability & Environmental Sciences (CAUSES)

Practical professional certificate in urban food production, hydroponic and aquaponic systems, community farm management, and food justice.

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Internships
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Urban Agriculture Intern

UGA Sustainability / Athens Farmers Market

Support urban farm operations, community food access programs, and market coordination at the Athens Farmers Market, working toward local food sovereignty.

Mentors
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Ron Finley

Founder, Ron Finley Project / Guerrilla Gardener

Internationally known urban farming activist and educator; TED talk, Netflix series, MasterClass instructor.

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Mentorship Network

American Community Gardening Association (ACGA)

National network of urban and community farmers with mentorship, resources, and professional connections for food growers.

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Leah Penniman

Co-Founder, Soul Fire Farm / Author, Farming While Black

Afro-Indigenous farmer and educator; one of the most influential voices in urban and justice-centered agriculture.

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Mentorship Network

Urban Growers Collective

Chicago-based urban farm network with training, mentorship, and career development for urban agriculture professionals.

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