Small-Scale Farming

• Turning Waste into Wealth: Composting for Better Soil and Stronger Plants

  the What’s Growing team

  April 10, 2026

  

  Ready to start composting? This UGA Extension guide covers methods, materials, and troubleshooting to help you turn yard debris and kitchen scraps into nutrient-rich compost – whether you’re a home gardener or green industry professional.

  Posted in: Community Gardens, Composting, Gardening, Green Industry, Home Gardens, School Gardens, Small-Scale Farming, Soil Conservation and Protection, Urban Agriculture, Urban Farming, Waste Management

• Get Growing Early: A Guide to Seed Starting

  the What’s Growing team

  February 10, 2026

  

  Now is the time to start seeds indoors for your spring and summer garden. Learn what to start indoors vs. direct sow, how to care for seedlings through those critical first weeks, and how to prepare them for the big move outdoors – all grounded in UGA Extension research.

  Posted in: Urban Agriculture