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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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CSA Farm Spotlight: Eatwell Farm

Nov 12, 2019

Learn more about Eatwell Farm and the people behind it in this Q&A with owner Lorraine Walker.

Got Specialty Crops? Sustainable Solano Embarks on New Project, Funded by CDFA

Nov 5, 2019

Sustainable Solano has received a "Specialty Crop Block Program” grant from the California Department of Food and Agriculture. From farm-to-institution to public awareness, learn what that means for the county.

Building Alliance Toward Action on Solano County’s Local Food System

Nov 4, 2019

October's Listening Sessions brought together the Solano Local Food System Alliance members, key stakeholders and policymakers to discuss how to foster a stronger local food system.

Building Community Capacity: Conversation at California Environmental Protection Agency

Oct 17, 2019

We see the role of Sustainable Solano in enacting and supporting connections through meaningful, tangible work in our communities.

CSA Farm Spotlight: Riverdog Farm

Oct 7, 2019

Learn more about Riverdog Farm and the people behind it in this Q&A with CSA Manager Lola Quasebarth.

Food is Free Benicia Shares Bounty with Foodstand

Sep 19, 2019

Food is Free Benicia takes the principle of caring for others by sharing surplus food and puts it into action.

Help Students Build Skills While Building Your Resilient Community

Sep 13, 2019

Sustainable Solano is entering an exciting new phase this school year with our latest area of focus — workforce development — which is creating new opportunities for students and Benicia residents.

Alliance Advances Conversation Around Creating Local Food System

Sep 11, 2019

The Solano Local Food System Alliance held its first official meeting at the end of August to discuss how to foster a strong local food system within the county.

CSA Farm Spotlight: Terra Firma Farm

Sep 9, 2019

Learn more about Terra Firma Farm and the people behind it in this Q&A with CSA Manager Alicia Baddorf.

Garden Tools: A Resource for Building Community

Sep 5, 2019

When there are ways we can support organizations with goals that complement ours toward building a just, equitable and sustainable environment, we are happy for the opportunity to do so. One such opportunity arose this summer.

Talking Local Food: SolanoFit Interviews Sustainable Solano’s Local Food Program Manager

Aug 29, 2019

Local Food Program Manager Stephanie Oelsligle Jordan discusses the importance of healthy food, local food and supporting a local food system on the SolanoFit podcast.

CSA Farm Spotlight: Lockewood Acres

Aug 20, 2019

Learn about Lockewood Acres and the people behind it in this Q&A with farmer Ben Lyons.

Partner Insight: ‘The Biggest Little Farm’ and Supporting Local Farmers

Aug 14, 2019

Eatwell Farm owner Lorraine Walker offers perspective as a local farmer not only on what the film covers about the importance of soil and regenerative farming, but also what it doesn't cover — and why that knowledge is important.

Growing Change Through Community

Aug 1, 2019

The transformation of Bogota, Colombia, offers insights on how opportunities for creating connection can generate new possibilities for local cities.

Environmental Justice Grant to Help With Most Important Part of Community Involvement: Listening

Jul 29, 2019

California's EPA recently awarded Sustainable Solano an Environmental Justice grant that will help us create Listening Circles to identify challenges and move toward solutions by actively engaging the community.

Dixon, Rio Vista Residents: Know the Perfect Spot for a Sustainable Garden?

Jul 24, 2019

We want to hear from residents in Rio Vista and Dixon interested in bringing demonstration food forest gardens to their communities.

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!