Category archives: Membership

February’s Alliance membership meeting was held virtually. Members gathered together to discuss topics they would like to discuss for June’s membership meeting. Members discussed seeking individuals and organizations who can facilitate community safety and de-escalation training for the members of the gardens and urban agriculture space. Members discussed strengthening relationships…

Members gathered at Burwell Gardens with founder Ben Conaway. Members started with introductions and share outs on their gardens and processes. Members also discussed their needs, resources and interests for May’s membership meeting. The member meeting ended with a tour by Ben.

December’s membership meeting was a continuation of our “Farm Number” discussion from our November membership meeting. Luke Shoffner and Addison Davidson  with the Knox County Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) office hosted the Alliance. Alliance members were educated on benefits of erosion control, soil health and cost share programs offered…

November’s membership meeting was held via zoom and hosted by Luke Shoffner & Sara Dean from Knox County USDA/NRCS. In this two-part workshop, Alliance members learned and discussed: What a Farm & Tract Number is; It’s benefits; and How to apply for a Farm Number Establishing Farm Records and Numbers…

The Alliance conducted its membership meeting at Knox Pride. Members learned about Knox Pride’s programming including its vegetable garden, cold food pantry, staple pantry and clothing thriftique.  Knox Pride is located at 4404A Chapman Highway, Knoxville, TN 37920.

We had a great time at our monthly membership meeting yesterday at the Sustainable Future Center located at 201 Ogle Ave. hosted by David Bolt! More on SFC: The Sustainable Future Center in Knoxville, Tennessee offers hands-on education and community engagement focused on sustainability, renewable energy, urban gardening, and eco-friendly…