Soils are an important consideration for individuals, community groups, and local governments becoming involved in urban agriculture. In many situations, urban soil has been contaminated and degraded by past industrial, dumping, construction or other activity, and adjacent buildings where lead-based paint has been applied. Elevated levels of lead are fairly common in urban soils and pose health risks, especially to young children who can ingest soil while playing or helping in gardens.

Basic information for commercial fresh-market bulb onion producers, including information on crop climatic requirements, varieties, planting, fertilization, harvest, and marketing channels.

This guide provides urban food producers in California with an overview of Federal and California food safety laws and regulations that may impact their operations.