Starting a garden or farm in San Francisco just got a little bit easier.

In late October, SPUR shared with the public a set of draft recommendations for the Ocean Beach Master Plan, a long-range vision for managing coastal erosion, infrastructure, access and ecology on

Urban animal husbandry, though nothing new, is a cause for concern for many people – especially planners.

The San Francisco Public Utilities Commission took two steps in support of urban agriculture at a recent meeting.

Last week, the Bay Area's Business Council on Climate Change — which SPUR is a part of — released the Tags: sustainable development

At three in the morning, a four-block stretch of Jerrold Avenue in the Bayview neighborhood is abuzz with business.

As someone who works on urban agricultural policy, I'm often asked, "Is city-grown food safe?" The question comes from aspiring urban gardeners and concerned eaters alike.

In many neighborhoods in San Francisco, the opening of a new grocery store is notable.