Organic gardens set to sprout up [News]

In a corner of Bukit Panjang Park, a pocket-size organic garden is taking root.

The plot, the size of a couple of ping-pong tables, is the first of five community crop farming (ComCrop) projects to be set up in the neighbourhood by next year, and the first such neighbourhood project islandwide.

It was launched yesterday by North West District Mayor and Member of Parliament for Bukit Panjang Teo Ho Pin, to teach local community gardeners new farming techniques and boost both community spirit and food security.

Unlike conventional community gardens, which are fenced and locked, the ComCrop garden of lemongrass, pandan and dill is open to the elements, including neighbourhood troops of monkeys.

And it should be open to all comers. That is the vision of The Living Project, a joint venture between Alpha Biofuels and landscaping firm Garden Asia, which started the ComCrop programme early this year. Read more

The Gorgeous Green Gala Dinner

Distinguished Guest and Speaker: Dr. Jane Goodall

Venue: Colonial Ballroom, The American Club

Date: Saturday, June 6th, 2009, 7:00pm

Tickets: From SG $250 per person

Dress: Gorgeously Green or Formal Attire

The Inaugural Gorgeous Green Gala supports the vital and exciting work of the Jane Goodall Institute (Singapore). You can support Singapore’s branch of the Jane Goodall Institute and its many activities, including Roots & Shoots, by attending the JGIS inaugural fundraising dinner and auction. Enjoy a gourmet vegetarian meal and a live auction featuring several fabulous items.

For more information on the event, please email gala@janegoodall.org.sg or visit the JGIS website.