The Pedal to Petal process is closed cycle, from food to compost to soil and back to food again, all without the use of fossil fuel dependent vehicles and machines.
Pedal to Petal members are involved in the creation and maintenance of organic edible landscapes throughout the city of Victoria. The compost created through this project will feed the soil and feed the city. An increase in locally produced food will mean a decrease in the amount of food imported from off-island. This further reduces the amount of fossil fuels being used in the course of providing ourselves with sustenance. Not only that, but small-scale organic agriculture has far less of an impact on the environment than farms that rely on the use of heavy machinery. We turn the compost piles by hand and use a method of cultivation that eliminates the need for roto-tilling. Once again, a vast reduction in fossil fuel use.
We do not sell the finished compost. It is generally given away to groups and individuals that grow food in publicly visible and/or accessible locations, so as to both grow food and raise awareness of urban agriculture. If you are in need of compost for your garden project, please email us at pedaltopetal@gmail.com.
