Monday, March 15, 2010
What is a Crop Mob
Please check out the Crop Mob page below to find out what a crop mob is.
CropMob.org
"Crop mob is primarily a group of young, landless, and wannabe farmers who come together to build and empower communities by working side by side. Crop mob is also a group of experienced farmers and gardeners willing to share their knowledge with their peers and the next generation of agrarians. The membership is dynamic, changing and growing with each new mob event.
In the past farming was much more labor intensive. Activities like planting, harvesting, processing, and barnraising often required the collective effort of entire communities. This interdependence fostered strong communities. As farming became more..."
This wonderful site from our friends in North Carolina is packed full of information. Take a look
CropMob
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