Growing Augusta: Arts, Agriculture, & Agency

05/29/2026

A group of federal lawmakers introduced a bill that aims to expand scratch cooking in schools. Congresswoman Johana Hayes, Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick, Congressman Julia Borwnley and Senator Adam Schiff have introduced the bipartisan Scratch Cooked Meals for Students Act which would establish a grant program within the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to help schools expand the number of scratch-cooked meals they serve.

Bipartisan Scratch Cooked Meals for Students Act would create USDA grants to help school nutrition programs incorporate more scratch cooking.

05/28/2026

We’re in vacation mode this week, but we still brought the favorites 😎☀️🍴

Catch The Stop Food Truck at Augusta Locally Grown Farmers Market TODAY! 631 Chaffee Ave Augusta, GA. We’ll be here from 4-7. The menu is limited but packed with fan favorites:

Chicken Salad 🥗
Spinach and Artichoke Dip 🧀
Buffalo Chicken Dip 🔥

Drinks: Ginger and Lemon Tea 🍋
Pear Sangria 🍐
Shirley Temple ❤️
Garden Glow 🍍🥒

Swing by, grab your favorite, and treat yourself to something good while it lasts 🙌🏾

The Stop Food Truck
[email protected]
CashApp $TheStopFoodTruck
Zelle 240 304 8447
Venmo 240 304 8447

05/28/2026

Hey Performers!! 👀👋

Applications are officially OPEN for 2026 Arts in the Heart performers!

From music and dance to spoken word, theater, jazz, and more — we’re looking for artists ready to bring the festival to life. ✨

📅 Deadline: June 10, 2026 at 11:59 PM or until slots are filled.

Apply now — link in bio!
https://augustaarts.wufoo.com/forms/2026-arts-in-the-heart-performer-application/

05/28/2026

This is an important conversation.

For many small and local farmers, sustainability will require thinking beyond the traditional farmers market model and viewing agriculture through a broader agribusiness lens — workforce development, value-added products, logistics, technology, education, hospitality, and regional supply chains.

Farmers markets still matter deeply for community connection, visibility, and food access. But if we want to create lasting, high-demand careers in agriculture — especially for younger generations — we also have to think about ownership, scaling, partnerships, and long-term economic strategy.

Agriculture is evolving, and our approach to agribusiness education and opportunity has to evolve with it.

Q). How can in successfully create, and sustain, within Urban & Rural industries, specialty sectors, and markets?

A). Farmers will, first, need to address their own regarding Workforce Development infrastructures. This will require them to the old business model. Unlearning it does not mean abandoning its outreach and educational potential, it means rethinking the category where it should belong on their . 🫳🏾🎯

05/28/2026

The topic of Agriculture was short and sweet at today's Zoning Update meetings - the afternoon Steering Committee and the evening Community Charette. It was encouraging, though, to see that the #1 industry was not overlooked in the discussion of residential, missing middle, commercial, ADUs, industrials, etc...

Check it out, though. Would love to hear your thoughts.

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

05/27/2026

Arts in the Heart is approaching, so I just completed my sponsorship agreement. Y’all comin?

05/25/2026

On this Memorial Day.
We remember. We honor. We are grateful

05/22/2026

Do you care about land access? Want stronger local food programs? Need conservation programs that actually work for your farm?

The Senate is shaping the next Farm Bill right now—and decisions made in the coming weeks will impact your ability to access land, markets, and resources for years to come.

We need farmers at the table.

Join us for a virtual Senate Farm Bill Orientation to get the latest updates and prepare to meet directly with congressional offices to advocate for a better Farm Bill.

The next phase of the Farm Bill is taking shape in the Senate—and young and beginning farmers must be part of the conversation.

We’re inviting you to join a virtual Senate Farm Bill Orientation where we’ll break down where the process currently stands, share the key policy priorities we’re pushing for, and prepare you to meet directly with congressional offices to advocate for a stronger, more equitable Farm Bill.

Orientation Details
📅 Date: May 27, 2026
⏰ Time: 4 pm, EST
📍 Location: Zoom
🔗 Join here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/meErdWd9QI62PFL0JyoqmA

During this session, we will:

Provide a timely update on the Farm Bill process in the Senate
Walk through Young Farmers’ top policy priorities and talking points
Prepare you for meetings with congressional offices (what to expect, how to share your story, and how to make an impact)
Stipend Opportunity
We are offering an $80 stipend to participants who:

Attend the orientation, and
Participate in at least one congressional meeting
All meetings will be scheduled virtually via Zoom, and we’ll support you every step of the way. A policy team member will also be in attendance at the congressional meeting.

At the end of the orientation, we’ll share a short interest form where you can indicate your availability for meetings and sign up to participate.

Your voice as a farmer is one of the most powerful tools we have to shape federal policy. We hope you’ll join us to make sure the Senate Farm Bill reflects your real needs. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions.

05/22/2026

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05/22/2026

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