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The green iguana is not native to Singapore. Its presence here is mostly due to escaped or intentionally released pets. ...
09/05/2025

The green iguana is not native to Singapore. Its presence here is mostly due to escaped or intentionally released pets.

My first encounter with one was on a farm, where I spotted a 1.2-meter-long iguana munching on my lettuces and Chinese endive. I didn’t expect to see this charming 'pest' again—this time at an urban farm, climbing up my vertical system, tearing into my vegetables and leaving behind a chunk of p**p for me to clear up.

The student’s harvesting session today was unexpectedly disrupted by a swarm of grasshoppers that wiped out the entire c...
25/04/2025

The student’s harvesting session today was unexpectedly disrupted by a swarm of grasshoppers that wiped out the entire crop. Over the past few weeks, they had invested time and effort into composting, germinating, transplanting the seedlings, and carefully nurturing them in anticipation of harvest.

Although it was a tough and disheartening experience, it served as a valuable and realistic lesson in understanding the challenges farmers face during crop failures. It gave them a deeper appreciation for the food we often take for granted. To ensure they still had a hands-on harvesting experience, we brought in fully grown, living vegetables from our farm for them to harvest.

This experience also highlighted the importance of sustainable farming practices like crop rotation, which can help manage pests and diseases by interrupting their life cycles and improving soil health. It's a crucial strategy in building resilience against future threats.





Seasonal delight: local perilla leaves (kkaennip) are here! 🌿✨ These aromatic gems add a unique flavor to your favorite ...
12/02/2025

Seasonal delight: local perilla leaves (kkaennip) are here! 🌿✨ These aromatic gems add a unique flavor to your favorite Korean dishes.
If you're interested in supporting locally and organically grown veggies, feel free to reach out to us. Let's enjoy the best of the season together!

Though I wasn’t able to attend the Hong Kah North Sustainability Fiesta 2024 in person, hearing from the gardeners over ...
18/11/2024

Though I wasn’t able to attend the Hong Kah North Sustainability Fiesta 2024 in person, hearing from the gardeners over the phone about the event filled me with immense pride and joy.
Two of the community gardens that FARMILY helped establish in Hong Kah North two years ago were not just part of the event—they were at the heart of it, sharing the fruits of their labor with the local seniors by giving away locally grown vegetables.

Watching the gardeners’ generosity and dedication come to life at the event filled me with immense joy. Their tender loving care for their plants, and their willingness to share the harvest with others, truly embodies the spirit of giving and community support. It’s a beautiful reminder that gardening isn't just about growing food; it's about growing bonds, nurturing relationships, and creating something meaningful together.

What makes this moment even more special is the remarkable level of independence and success these gardeners have achieved. With just a small plot of land, they’ve managed to grow an impressive harvest through sustainable practices, including composting their own kitchen scraps to enhance the soil. This not only boosts the garden's yield, but it also teaches them to respect and work in harmony with nature. The fact that they’ve built a thriving, sustainable garden from the ground up, all while sticking to eco-friendly principles, is truly commendable.

But the success of these gardens isn’t just about the harvest. It’s about the structure, the operation, and the community that has come together to make it work. A successful garden is about more than plants—it's about people working collaboratively, united in a common goal. It’s inspiring to see the gardeners operating so efficiently, with passion and purpose, as they continue to support one another, learn, and grow together.

Watching this collective effort come to fruition at the Sustainability Fiesta made me so proud to have played a part in their journey.

A big thank you to the gardeners in Hong Kah North 440 & 443 for sharing the beautiful photographs.

On my way to lunch, I was thrilled to spot two bags of soy waste next to the dumpster, perfect for my compost for leafy ...
10/10/2024

On my way to lunch, I was thrilled to spot two bags of soy waste next to the dumpster, perfect for my compost for leafy vegetables. When I approached the stall owner, she told me that they were reserved for gardeners. While I was disappointed to miss out on enhancing my soil with the soy waste, I felt equally happy knowing that others appreciate it and are actively working to reduce waste.

We are grateful for our eco collaborator Peggy, who passionately champions environmental stewardship through her low-car...
16/07/2024

We are grateful for our eco collaborator Peggy, who passionately champions environmental stewardship through her low-carbon footprint bakery. All food scraps from her bakery are diverted from the trash bin to our compost bin.

Visitors to her shop can expect the use of recycled bags, a wide array of organic products, and a renowned selection of freshly baked bread made with natural ingredients, which is renowned as her specialty.

Banana trees are notorious for their ability to regenerate from their wide-spreading, unbranched, shallow adventitious r...
28/06/2024

Banana trees are notorious for their ability to regenerate from their wide-spreading, unbranched, shallow adventitious root system, which forms a dense mat. Simply cutting the stem close to the roots is ineffective; complete removal of the entire root system is necessary to prevent regrowth. This poses a significant challenge for authorized maintenance workers tasked with removing banana trees grown through guerrilla gardening methods.

Growing banana trees in a compost bin offers a solution by confining the rootball within the bin. This containment makes the tree more portable and facilitates easier movement around different locations.

Growing beans after corn is a common agricultural practice known as crop rotation. Corn depletes the soil of certain nut...
30/05/2024

Growing beans after corn is a common agricultural practice known as crop rotation. Corn depletes the soil of certain nutrients while beans, being legumes, have the ability to fix nitrogen from the air and enrich the soil. Therefore, planting beans after corn helps replenish the soil with nitrogen, which is essential for plant growth.

Additionally, beans have different root structures and growth patterns compared to corn, which can help break up soil compaction and reduce w**d pressure. Overall, rotating crops like corn and beans can improve soil health and crop yield in the long run.

Another advantage of planting beans after corn. Cornstalks can serve as natural trellises for beans to climb, providing structural support and maximizing space utilization in the garden. This symbiotic relationship between corn and beans is a traditional farming technique known as "companion planting," where two or more crops are grown together to enhance growth and yield.

Creating a "subzero waste" garden. A subzero waste garden aims to create a closed-loop system where resources are conser...
12/05/2024

Creating a "subzero waste" garden.

A subzero waste garden aims to create a closed-loop system where resources are conserved and waste is minimized, promoting environmental sustainability and long-term garden health.

Grass clippings and dried leaves are excellent for mulching for several reasons.

They help retain soil moisture, suppress w**d growth, and add nutrients to the soil as they break down.

They create a protective barrier that insulates the soil, moderates soil temperature, and prevents erosion.

They contain a variety of microbes, including bacteria and fungi. When used as mulch, these microbes contribute to the decomposition process, breaking down the organic matter and releasing nutrients into the soil. This microbial activity is beneficial for soil health and plant growth, as it helps to improve soil structure, increase nutrient availability, and support beneficial soil organisms. Overall, incorporating grass clippings and dried leaves into your mulch can promote a healthy, vibrant garden ecosystem and is a sustainable way to recycle organic materials from your yard, reducing waste and benefiting your garden at the same time.



We did brix test on our chinese kale 芥兰 and lacinato kale 羽衣芥兰.Why brix testing on leafy vegetables?1. Brix testing on l...
12/05/2024

We did brix test on our chinese kale 芥兰 and lacinato kale 羽衣芥兰.

Why brix testing on leafy vegetables?

1. Brix testing on leafy vegetables can provide insight into their sugar content, which can indicate their overall quality and taste. Typically, sweeter leafy greens are considered more desirable.

2. Generally, plants with higher Brix levels are believed to be more resistant to pests and diseases. This is because a plant with a higher sugar content tends to be healthier and more resilient, making it less susceptible to attacks from pests and diseases. Additionally, pests are often attracted to plants with lower sugar content, as they may perceive them as weaker or less nutritious. However, while higher Brix levels can contribute to overall plant health and resilience, they are just one factor among many that influence pest resistance.

Allowing crops to grow naturally and achieve higher Brix levels can contribute to their resistance against pests and diseases, reducing the need for protective measures like netting.





At the core of community organization lies the indispensable role of building and nurturing relationships.Reflecting on ...
30/04/2024

At the core of community organization lies the indispensable role of building and nurturing relationships.

Reflecting on my journey as a trainer, particularly with the community gardeners in Hongkah, I am reminded of the profound impact of these connections on our collective experience.

Approaching the two-year mark with the Hongkah community gardeners has been a delightful and rewarding journey. Witnessing their transition from novices in gardening to proficient growers of abundant vegetables has been truly gratifying.

Today's event exemplifies our commitment to sustainability. By repurposing newspapers as carriers to replace plastic bags, diligently composting food scraps to enrich the soil, and demonstrating how to cultivate nutritious vegetables without pesticides, we showcased a genuine spirit of environmental stewardship.

This experience underscores the transformative power of relationships in fostering not only individual growth but also collective action towards sustainable living. As we continue to cultivate bonds within our community, we pave the way for a more resilient and interconnected future.







Selamat hari raya puasa all our Muslim friends!It was a joy to bless the community with our freshly harvested vegetables...
11/04/2024

Selamat hari raya puasa all our Muslim friends!

It was a joy to bless the community with our freshly harvested vegetables. 🌱🌱🌱🌱🌱

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Farming as a vocation is more of a way of living than of making a living. Farming at its best is an Art, at its worst it is an industry. Farming can be an Art because it allows at every juncture for the farmer to create form from his or her vision. - An excerpt from SFJ editor and publisher Lynn R. Miller’s book of essays and editorials, entitled Why Farm.