As California moves through its fourth summer of drought, cutting back on water use means shorter showers, fuller dishwashers and drier lawns for most people living in urban areas. But for small farms nestled between city streets, saving water means recycling it — and finding new ways to keep plants alive without wasting the precious liquid. The Growing Experience in Long Beach uses some of the latest drought-conscious growing techniques for urban agriculture. The Growing Experience…
Innovation is blooming at water-wise urban farms
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