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Default Fun Read From the Smithsonian about Food

On Sun, 16 Feb 2014 11:53:57 -0500, jmcquown >
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> NY City could grow it's own food:
>
> http://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-...0216-Weekender
>
> or
>
> http://tinyurl.com/jws29vj
>
> Great idea, really. Of course, that was in May-June. I doubt those
> rooftop veggies survived this winter without *constant* care. Maybe the
> rooftop gardens weren't intended for growing winter vegetables. <shrug>
>

First, the roofs have to be able to hold all of that weight - then
what do they do when the roof needs replacement or repair?



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