For episode 25, I chatted to Sinéad Renu Sheehan from Extinction Rebellion about a new campaign called BiaHero. This community led campaign encourages people to start growing their own food at home and provides a support network for all your questions via a group on Facebook.

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In this episode, we cover:

• (02:20 ) The definition of food security. 


• (06:00 ) Why BiaHero started and the importance of it in regards to food security.


• (11:10 ) Where to start when it comes to growing your own food: the seeds.


• (15:24 ) Getting the right soil.


• (17:15 ) Why you usually. start sowing inside first.


• (20:41 ) How to choose what to start planting.


• (23:50 ) What you can grow all year round.


• (25:00 ) How to manage surplus products.


• (29:05 ) How to be creative if you don't have any land.


• (33:09 ) Guerilla Gardening.


• (34:25 ) Composting & feeding your plants.


• (40:00 ) How to care for your food during a dry spell.


• (43:30 ) Knowing what food needs vertical support.


• (45:10 ) Planning for next year.

Don't forget to join the community Facebook group for more tips and to answer any questions!

Also Mentioned:

• Seedsavers.ie.


• Vegetables for the Irish Garden by Klaus Laitenberger.


• Small Changes in Drumcondra.


• All Ireland Pollinator Plan.


• We Are The Ark.

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