What used to be an empty space filled with grass and weeds on the outskirts of campus is now a flourishing garden complete with flowers, fruits, vegetables and even chickens.
Tag: farming
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Student-run Cal Poly Organic Farm sells produce locally
The Cal Poly Organic Farm embodies Learn by Doing to a T — meaning students plan work days, till the soil, plant the seeds, harvest the crops, price the food and sell produce to San Luis Obispo residents. The sales are made through the Farmer’s Market, Vons, Big Sky Cafe and boxes on Dexter Lawn. […]
Posted inArts
Two students take ‘bringing home the bacon’ to a whole new level
In exchange for reduced housing, Johnston and Quontamatteo wake up at 8 a.m. to care for pigs.
Posted inAcademics, Mustang News TV, News, Student Life
Cal Poly students work on experimental farming techniques
A Cal Poly physics professor facilitates senior projects at the Cal Poly Organic Farm.
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Discussion held on future of farming
The SLO community had the opportunity to learn about the future of farming at a public discussion on Tuesday, Oct. 20.
Posted inMustang News TV, Weekly Recap Shows
30-Minute Update: Arrest numbers following Blue-Green rivalry game, candidates for Dean of Students hold open forum
Mustang News anchors Juliet Saunders and Daniel Park update you on Mustang News’ biggest stories this week.
Posted inArts
Time With Eric: The Alexandre dream
Your dream is like a seed, plant it, nourish it, and it will grow.
Posted inNews
California drought scorches Learn By Doing
While the drought has prevented students from gaining practical experience, it hasn’t stopped students from wanting to learn by doing.
Posted inColumns, Opinion
There's always something to enjoy at Avila Valley Barn
One of my favorite memories as a kid was going to a local farm during the summer to pick berries with my family — we’d each take a box and pick until we couldn’t carry any more. As a result, I’ve really come to love the idea of farms that invite people to come out […]
