Author RJ Ruppenthal, an attorney and college professor, discusses urban gardening.

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SHOW INTRODUCTION A recent article in the news warned consumers that the lack of rain in California will lead to increased food prices. Where does it end? A financial crisis that threatens to erase the middle class, global warming and now a drought? Bad news, but all this bad news is giving rise to a movement of people taking ownership of their consumption habits and finding creative ways to get by. One way is by growing food, everywhere. Community gardens are sprouting up in urban landscapes, backyards and even on tiny balconies. Today’s guest has experience from years of hard work, successes and failures. The result? A book that he wishes he had when he started. Join us today to learn how to raise Fresh Food From Small Spaces.