Workshops in February and March are: Composting & Worm Farming with Richard Neilsen Learn the art, science and mystery of creating lush compost and enlisting worms to enrich your garden soil. Sat 06 Feb 2010, 1.30 - 4.30pm Understanding Your Soil with Richard Neilsen Learn what's in your soil, how to test your soil and how healthy soil helps plants grow. Sat 20 Feb 2010, 1.30 - 4.30pm Growing Healthy Vegies with Simon Ross Seasonal selection, crop rotation, companion planting and other ways to get the best out of your garden. Sat 06 Mar 2010, 1.30 - 4.30pm Establishing & Maintaining a Healthy Vegie Garden with Simon Ross Learn how to build a 'no-dig' and other vegie gardens, plant them out and maintain them. Sat 20 Mar 2010, 1.30 - 4.30pm Richard Neilsen and Simon Ross are permaculture teachers from Northey Street City Farm. All workshops are $50 per person, per workshop ($35 concession / health care card holders), and are presented by qualified permaculturalists and horticulturalists from across Brisbane. You'll learn how to turn your backyard into a source of healthy plants and nutritious food, and have access to expert advice on a range of gardening issues. For further information, contact Paul Grace (Coordinator, Planning Group - or 3379 7998 after hours). Please feel free to invite others who may be interested.