Shirley Sherrod recalls events from her youth that inspired her to a life of service.

Standing Ground – “Staying to Serve”

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Civil rights activist Shirley Sherrod speaking to a group of urban farmers and local food advocates in New York City on Wednesday, March 16, 2011.

Growing With Hydroponics

Hydroponics describes a way of growing where the plants are supported by an inert medium like clay pellets or coconut husks and the roots are fed by direct exposure to nutrient-rich water.