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How Growing Food at Home Can Help Families Save Money as Fuel, Inflation and Interest Rates Rise
Fuel, inflation and interest rate pressure are hitting Australian households again. Learn how home gardening, hydroponics, grow lights and backyard food systems can help families grow more and waste less.
Anastasia
10 hours ago7 min read


Why Foodcube Wicking Beds Are One of the Smartest Ways to Grow Food at Home
Thinking about buying a Foodcube wicking bed? Learn why Foodcube and Foodcube Slim systems are popular for Australian homes, schools and small-space food growing.
Anastasia
1 day ago5 min read


Term 4 Is the Perfect Time to Start a School Garden Project
Plan a Term 4 school garden, aquaponics, hydroponics or sustainability project with Urban Green Farms. Practical STEM growing systems, teacher resources and classroom-ready food garden ideas for Australian schools.
Anastasia
2 days ago6 min read


What Growers Told Us About Their Soil Problems This Spring
Urban Green Farms asked growers what soil or plant issue they most wanted to fix this spring. The answers revealed common problems with compacted clay, yellowing leaves, alkaline soil, drainage, weak roots and soil biology.
Anastasia
Sep 305 min read


Go Beneath the Surface: Two New Free Soil Biology Courses Are Now Live
Urban Green Farms has launched two free online soil biology courses for kids, schools, growers and serious learners. Explore soil health, microbes, roots, carbon and nutrient cycling.
Anastasia
Sep 225 min read


Spring Is Here: What to Plant Now in Australia
Spring is the perfect time to start growing food at home. Discover what to plant now in Australia, including herbs, vegetables, leafy greens and easy spring growing ideas.
Anastasia
Sep 216 min read


School Holidays Are the Best Time to Plan Your Term 4 STEM and Sustainability Project
School holidays are the ideal time to plan practical Term 4 STEM and sustainability projects, from hydroponics and aquaponics to composting, worm farming and food growing.
Anastasia
Sep 145 min read


Spring Growing Australia: What to Grow at Home This Season
Spring is here, which means now is the time to get seedlings started, prepare your growing system and make the most of the season ahead.
Anastasia
Aug 316 min read


National Kitchen Garden Awards Closing Soon: A Great Opportunity for Schools and Early Learning Centres
National Kitchen Garden Awards close Friday 7 August. Schools and early childhood services can enter for a chance to win prize packs valued at almost $5,000. Get support from Urban Green Farms with school garden, aquaponics and hydroponics project ideas.
Anastasia
Aug 55 min read


Best Aquaponics System for Schools in Australia: What to Choose and Why
Looking for the best aquaponics system for schools? Learn what Australian schools should consider before choosing an aquaponics system for STEM, sustainability and food education.
Anastasia
Jul 277 min read


Current and Upcoming School Garden Grants in Australia: Funding Ideas for Aquaponics, Hydroponics and STEM Projects
Looking for school garden grants in Australia? Explore current and upcoming funding opportunities for aquaponics, hydroponics, STEM, sustainability and school garden projects, with support from Urban Green Farms.
Anastasia
Jul 165 min read


Where Fertiliser Value Gets Lost: Why Nutrient Efficiency Matters
The latest Happy Soils article explores how fertiliser value can be lost through leaching, nutrient lock-up, weak roots and poor soil function.
Anastasia
Jul 143 min read


Term 3 Science Week Ideas for Teachers: Hands-On STEM Activities with Aquaponics, Hydroponics and Sustainable Growing
Get ready for Term 3 and Science Week with hands-on STEM activities for schools. Explore aquaponics, hydroponics, teacher resources, lesson ideas and classroom growing projects from Urban Green Farms.
Anastasia
Jul 107 min read


Why More Fertiliser Is Not Always the Answer
The latest Happy Soils article asks farmers to review soil function, nutrient access and fertiliser efficiency before increasing input rates.
Anastasia
Jul 83 min read
Nitrogen Applied Is Not Always Nitrogen Used
Nitrogen applied is not always nitrogen used. Urban Green Farms introduces the next Happy Soils article on nitrogen efficiency, soil biology and fertiliser return.
Anastasia
Jun 303 min read


Best Aquaponics Kit for Schools, Homes and Backyards
Looking for the best aquaponics kit in Australia? Compare school aquaponics systems, backyard aquaponics kits and home food-growing setups from Urban Green Farms.
Anastasia
Jun 257 min read


Urea Costs Are Rising: What Australian Farmers Need to Think About Before Their Next Fertiliser Spend
Urea costs are rising. Australian farmers need to review nitrogen efficiency, soil function and input strategy before their next fertiliser spend.
Anastasia
Jun 234 min read


Best Hydroponic Starter Kits for Beginners in Australia
If you want to start growing fresh herbs, vegetables, or greens at home in Australia but don’t
want the mess, guesswork, or long learning curve of traditional gardening, hydroponics is the easiest way to begin.
Anastasia
Jun 173 min read
How Real-Time Plant Data Is Changing Gardening
Learn how a smart WiFi soil moisture sensor helps you monitor soil conditions in real time. Discover how temperature, humidity, and moisture tracking can improve plant health and remove guesswork from watering.
Anastasia
Jun 152 min read


NEW 2026 SCHOOL GRANTS NOW OPEN – FUND YOUR STEM & SUSTAINABLE GARDEN PROJECTS
Explore 2026 school grants now open across Australia including STEM, sustainability, infrastructure, and garden programs. Funding ranges from $1,000 to $600,000+. Urban Green Farms provides grant support, templates, and application guidance.
Anastasia
Jun 33 min read
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