The Quest for Higher Yields

It all began with the simple idea of growing a few vegetables on land that used to be an urban lawn. Over time, the questions began to accumulate: questions about soil fertility, questions about increasing yield, questions about the uniqueness of urban agriculture. Then came questions about gardener time, and lack of funding. And questions about how to maintain high levels of productivity throughout the seasons.

Ultimately, all of these questions are about Sustainability: what does it take, to bring urban agriculture to "the next level"?

This ebook explores the philosophical questions behind our work at the Community Garden at Holy Nativity in Los Angeles. It is the first book in the "Abundant Harvests" series, which includes ebooks on soil, water, container gardening, garden design, and the "people" portion of community gardens.