Humans share a deep bond with nature, and surrounding ourselves with natural elements can promote calmness, … [Read more]
The BAMGA mission is to advise, educate, and serve the citizens of Bedford County in their horticultural needs.
Need Horticultural Advice? Contact our Help Desk!

Available All Year: Trained Master Gardeners are here to assist you with your horticultural questions & problems. Live outside of the the Bedford, VA area? Contact your local Extension office.
Help is here! CALL the Extension Office at (540) 586-7675, EMAIL bedfordmg@vt.edu, or VISIT the Bedford Cooperative Extension Office at 1257 County Farm Road, Bedford.
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From The Ground Up

Soil microbiome
By Carol O
Beneath every step we take, within the seemingly inert soil, lies an astonishingly complex and vibrant universe: … [Read more]

Building a Vertical Hydroponic Tower
By Carol O
The tower garden design described here can hold 28 plants per tower and two towers can be placed in a 5-foot x … [Read more]

Vertical Hydroponic Towers: A Space-Saving Revolution in Sustainable Farming
By Carol O
In an era where sustainable agriculture is becoming increasingly important, vertical hydroponic towers offer an … [Read more]
UPCOMING EVENTS

Virginia Extension Small Farm Program
Providing virtual classes in Beginner/Small Farmer Orientation, Estate Planning & Land Transition, Farmer Market Preparedness Workshops, Organic Ag Workshops & more… Link Here

