Module #1 Introduction to Urban Agriculture Defining urban agriculture, its importance, and its role in sustainable cities
Module #2 History of Urban Agriculture Exploring the roots of urban agriculture and its evolution over time
Module #3 Benefits of Urban Agriculture Understanding the social, economic, and environmental benefits of urban agriculture
Module #4 Types of Urban Agriculture Exploring different types of urban agriculture, including rooftop gardens, community gardens, and vertical farming
Module #5 Urban Soil Science Understanding soil composition, testing, and remediation in urban environments
Module #6 Urban Water Management Conserving and utilizing water resources in urban agriculture
Module #7 Urban Climate and Microclimates Understanding urban heat islands, wind patterns, and microclimates
Module #8 Crop Selection for Urban Agriculture Choosing crops suitable for urban environments and climate conditions
Module #9 Composting and Waste Management Converting waste into nutrient-rich compost for urban agriculture
Module #10 Pest Management in Urban Agriculture Integrated pest management strategies for urban farms and gardens
Module #11 Urban Beekeeping and Pollination The importance of pollinators in urban agriculture and beekeeping basics
Module #12 Urban Farm Design and Layout Designing efficient and productive urban farms and gardens
Module #13 Container Gardening and Small-Scale Urban Agriculture Growing food in small spaces, including balconies, rooftops, and patios
Module #14 Vertical Farming and Living Walls Designing and implementing vertical farming systems and living walls
Module #15 Urban Agriculture Policy and Regulations Understanding zoning laws, permits, and regulations governing urban agriculture
Module #16 Marketing and Selling Urban Agriculture Products Strategies for selling and marketing urban agriculture products, including direct-to-consumer sales and wholesale
Module #17 Food Safety and Handling in Urban Agriculture Best practices for food safety and handling in urban agriculture settings
Module #18 Community Engagement and Education Building community support and education for urban agriculture initiatives
Module #19 Grant Writing and Funding Opportunities Finding and applying for funding opportunities for urban agriculture projects
Module #20 Business Planning for Urban Agriculture Developing business plans for urban agriculture initiatives, including budgeting and financial planning
Module #21 Urban Agriculture and Food Justice Exploring the intersection of urban agriculture and food justice, including access to healthy food and community empowerment
Module #22 Urban Agriculture and Climate Change Understanding the role of urban agriculture in mitigating and adapting to climate change
Module #23 Technology and Innovation in Urban Agriculture Exploring new technologies and innovations in urban agriculture, including hydroponics and precision agriculture
Module #24 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Basics of Urban Agriculture career
