Accelerating Urban Farming Roadshow

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The Accelerating Urban Farming Roadshow empowers communities to tackle food insecurity, economic challenges, and sustainability. Read on for more.

Bringing Sustainable Farming to Communities Across Australia

The Accelerating Urban Farming Roadshow by Australian Urban Growers (AUG) is a dynamic, community-driven initiative designed to introduce scalable vertical farming solutions to regional and underserved communities.

Combining hands-on education, stakeholder collaboration, and sustainable business development, the Roadshow empowers communities to tackle food insecurity, economic challenges, and environmental sustainability.

Focusing on co-designed farming projects, the Roadshow brings together local councils, businesses, schools, and community groups to build resilient food systems that promote economic independence and long-term food security.

Impact of climate change on food systems

reduce agricultural yields 30%

By 2050, 80% of the world’s population will live in cities, amplifying the need for sustainable urban food solutions.

Urban population growth rate 80%

Urban farms require 90% less water than traditional agriculture, helping to conserve our planet's precious resources.

less water 90%

Join us as we explore how urban farming is creating vibrant, resilient communities and growing a sustainable future—one farm at a time.

Why the Roadshow matters

Food security and sustainability are critical challenges for many regional and low-income communities. Limited access to fresh, affordable produce and a reliance on external food supply chains create economic strain and health concerns. The Accelerating Urban Farming Roadshow addresses these challenges by:

Introducing scalable, water-efficient urban farming solutions that allow communities to grow their own produce.
Providing education and training via hands-on workshops and micro-credential programs to upskill individuals in sustainable farming and entrepreneurship.
Creating local economic opportunities and encouraging community-led farming businesses that support job creation and generative economies.
Offering hands-on learning experiences to increase school engagement.

Support food security

By introducing sustainable food production in regions with limited fresh food access.

Create economic opportunities

By encouraging local food businesses and market connections.

Educate and empower people

By providing hands-on learning, training, and industry connections.

How the Roadshow Works

The Accelerating Urban Farming Roadshow is a multi-stage initiative designed to educate, empower, and support local communities.

Pre-Event Community Outreach

To ensure the program meets local needs, we conduct stakeholder consultations before each event:

Community Vertical Farming System

Before the Roadshow, one local organisation will receive a vertical farming system, to use, to teach with and to inspire community activitation.

The Roadshow Event

Each roadshow event brings education, technology, and opportunity directly to the community through workshops, panel discussions, and networking sessions.

Hands-on training in vertical farming techniques and sustainable food production.
Live demonstrations of low-cost, high-yield farming systems.
Talks from industry experts in agtech, food security, and sustainable farming.
Interactive exhibits featuring cutting-edge farming tools and community success stories.
Opportunities for local entrepreneurs and community leaders to connect with investors interested in supporting urban farming ventures.
Strategies for scaling community farms into profitable, self-sustaining businesses.

The Accelerating Urban Farming Roadshow delivers long-term benefits for communities, participants, and partners

The Accelerating Urban Farming Roadshow aims to deliver lasting benefits: communities access fresh produce and job opportunities, participants gain certification and hands-on training, and partners enjoy stronger local collaboration and scalable sustainable solutions.

For Communities

• Access to fresh, affordable, locally grown produce.
• Reduced reliance on external food supply chains.
• Creation of jobs and skill-building opportunities.

For Participants

• Certification through micro-credential programs.
• Hands-on experience with innovative urban farming techniques.
• Pathways into careers in agriculture, sustainability, and entrepreneurship.

For Partners & Stakeholders

• Strengthened community ties and local collaboration.
• Increased visibility for sustainable farming solutions.
• A scalable model for tackling food insecurity and economic challenges.

Get involved today

The Accelerating Urban Farming Roadshow is designed for

Want to bring the Roadshow to your town? Contact us to express interest in hosting an event. Partners and investors can also help us expand the program’s reach and fund new urban farming initiatives. Contact Australian Urban Growers today and be part of the movement towards food security, sustainability, and economic empowerment!