Local Food
Consumers, vendors, and commercial producers will find resources below for connecting with local food, farms, and community gardens. We also offer a Kansas School Garden Guide for teachers and administrators to help in planning, planting, and growing a school garden.
If you are looking for a place to garden, or are interested in starting a new community garden site, click here. | Find Local Food Find a local farmers' market if you are interested in shopping or selling. Check out ICT Food Circle for local food sources. |
The Plant a Row program gives home gardeners an opportunity to make a positive impact on local food challenges. Produce donations are collected weekly and distributed to those in need by the Common Ground Producers & Growers Mobile Market and ICT Food Rescue. Click here for drop-off locations and additional information. | Growing Growers Growing Growers is a beginner farmer education program for individuals interested in starting fruit and vegetable farms. Click here for more information.
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This guide provides extensive information to assist educators in planning a school garden and incorporating it into the curriculum. Kansas School Garden Guide. |
For resources on growing your own fruits, vegetables, and nuts, click here. Victory Garden 101 - A series of free, online classes for Kansas gardeners. Recorded videos and class resources are available online by clicking here. |
Making the jump from growing a home garden to growing for sale can be a challenge. Click here to explore resources we offer to help you get started, or to increase profitability. | Classes & Events Click here for up-to-date information on current Horticulture classes and events. |
Diagnostic Services
• Gardening Hotline: 316-660-0190 (Mon.-Fri., 9:00am to 12:00pm and 1:00-4:00pm).
We also have walk-in service if you would like to bring a sample to our office.
• Consultations for aspiring commercial producers - contact Kinzie Kirkland.
Important Links
Local Foods Resources for Kansans - NEW!
Local Foods - K-State Rapid Response Center
Sedgwick County Food System Assessment
Contact Information
Have Questions? Contact:
Sedgwick County
Horticulture
7001 W. 21st St. North
Wichita KS 67205-1759
(316) 660-0144