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The Sustainable Solano Blog is the hub for all the latest information about our many projects and programs, as well as a snapshot of grassroots community transformation in action. You can find recent news articles on Sustainable Solano here and read our blog archive here.

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Explore Local Farms at Open Farm Days in Vacaville

Jun 27, 2019

Visit and learn more about local farms at Open Farm Days in Vacaville, July 27-28.

Here Are Some Ways to Support Local Farms

Jun 26, 2019

Here are some tips for ways you can support local farms.

Ways to Connect With Local Food

Jun 13, 2019

Find ways to connect with local food through farms, stands, events and more.

Learn How to Create a Food Forest Garden as Part of Vallejo’s First Resilient Neighborhood

Jun 11, 2019

Learn hands-on how to build a food forest garden while transforming a yard in Vallejo’s first Resilient Neighborhood.

From Hugelkultur to Harvest: First Resilient Neighborhood Brings Together Community

May 31, 2019

My neighbors and I were incredibly touched to see how many people came out to help us install permaculture features in our yards.

Celebrating Sustainable Landscape Designer Kathleen Huffman

May 28, 2019

Watch this video celebrating designer Kathleen Huffman’s work and mission.

Jardin de la Esperanza Shows Power of Community

May 26, 2019

Armijo High School students reflect on what they learned and their hopes for their school garden project through Solano Gardens.

Next Economy Series: Designing the Next Economy

May 24, 2019

Discussion of alternative models, inspiring examples and ideas for a new economic system that works for everyone.

Wrapped Food and the Big Burrito Debate

May 17, 2019

Learn a bit about the history of the California burrito — then learn how to make wrapped foods at the next What’s for Dinner? workshop.

From Bleary-Eyed to Eye-Opening: Experiencing Cob Construction and Curriculum

May 10, 2019

Students at St. Patrick-St. Vincent Catholic High School participated in constructing a cob bench at the school as part of a pilot program to create a sustainability curriculum.

Join Us in Creating Our First Resilient Neighborhood in Vallejo!

Apr 29, 2019

Our first pilot Resilient Neighborhoods team has been selected, the design process is underway, and we are excited to begin scheduling our educational installation days on Saturdays May 25 through June 22. Find out more about how this program is expanding the scale and scope of our work!

Next Economy: Exploring the Role of Community and Restorative Economics

Apr 26, 2019

“Change doesn’t come from intent. It comes from deliberate action.” – Nwamaka Agbo

Mini Green New Deal for Benicia: Funding Will Make Education, Conservation Program a Reality

Apr 25, 2019

A new program in Benicia will bring sustainable landscaping training and skills to local landscape professionals and high school students while residents turn their lawns into food forest gardens.

Caretaking of Nature and Community: A Conversation Between Wendell Berry and Helena Norberg-Hodge

Apr 7, 2019

Two local economy advocates explore caring for local communities and the environment.

New CSA in Benicia!

Apr 5, 2019

Eatwell Farm plans to distribute their CSA boxes in Benicia.

Sustainable Solano Celebrates Our Beginnings At ‘Our Benicia Roots & Soil’

Apr 2, 2019

Sustainable Solano’s celebration of 20 years started with this breakfast recognition in Benicia, where we first set down roots.

Next Economy: Making Sense of Our Banking System

Mar 20, 2019

This discussion shared insights into why the current financial system is going the way it is and how we might begin to alter that course.

Garden Tour: Join Us For a Demonstration Food Forest Tour and Talk!

Mar 9, 2019

Join us April 27 to tour 10 demonstration food forest gardens in Benicia and Vallejo.

Sustainable Solano Seeks Lead Landscape Designer

Mar 2, 2019

As Kathleen plans to move back to Oklahoma, we are seeking someone who understands permaculture and uses its principles in food forest garden design to step into that role.

Interested in Sustainable Landscaping and Community-Building? Tell Us!

Mar 1, 2019

We’ve created a quick and easy form for Solano County residents to let us know how they want to get involved and help us identify where programs and projects are needed.

Systems Change & the Next Economy: Cultivating Right Livelihood

Mar 1, 2019

The economy can be difficult to understand, yet we all can identify the many problems that we are facing as individuals and as a society in our current system.

Recognizing Our Roots As We Grow: Sustainable Solano Marks 20 Years

Feb 27, 2019

Sustainable Solano celebrates 20 years of dedication to promoting ecologically sustainable, economically and socially just communities.

Coming Together to Create a Sustainable Landscape

Feb 25, 2019

Check out the video from our food forest installation in Vacaville!

Big Vision: Sustainability Curriculum and Certification Program for Solano High School Students

Feb 18, 2019

We envision a comprehensive education and certification/workforce development program for the young members of our communities.

Partner Insight: The Value of Local Food

Feb 12, 2019

By Sustainable Solano Courtesy of Terra Firma Farm We wanted to share with you some recent musings from our partners over at Terra Firma Farm in Winters on the recent closing of S.F.-based Munchery and why these startups are not the solution our food system needs. As...

Eco Farm 2019: Looking at the Future of Farming

Feb 5, 2019

At the end of January we spent a few intense days at the Eco Farm Conference, which is becoming our annual tradition. Away from the complexity of daily routines and a web of Sustainable Solano activities, we were able to focus exclusively on the emerging local food...