The Producers

Plant. Nurture. Community.

The Producers is Arc’s student-run urban gardening program where you can grow food, learn hands-on gardening skills, and be part of a sustainable campus community.

What is The Producers Program?

We are a student-run urban gardening program where you can grow fresh food, learn hands-on gardening skills, and connect with nature right on campus. Based in the Urban Garden beside the Village Green, the program brings together students and staff to plant, maintain, and harvest seasonal fruits and veggies in a welcoming, sustainable community space. Whether you're a passionate gardener or just curious to try something new!

We offers weekly gardening sessions, workshops, and sustainability activities open to everyone at UNSW.

Why You’ll Love The Producers

  • Learn to grow your own fruits, veggies, and herbs - no experience needed.

  • Connect with nature and take a breather from study stress.

  • Join a friendly, eco-minded community that cares about sustainability.

  • Enjoy weekly gardening sessions and workshops in the beautiful Urban Garden.

  • Make a real impact by helping create a greener, more sustainable campus.

Opening Hours

There’s always something growing with The Producers — from gardening bees and DIY workshops to seasonal collabs and chill drop-ins.

🗓️ Sessions vary week to week, so check out our latest events here to see what’s on!

🚪 The garden is closed on Mondays and Fridays, but you’ll find our volunteers around Tuesday to Thursday getting our hands dirty (or just enjoying the fresh air).

Whether you're here to plant, paint, or just pause - everyone's welcome 🌱

Learn more about our program

Activities and Events!

Fun, garden-inspired activities with a sustainable twist - drop in and get creative!

Check out the Schedule!

Testimonials

“I joined The Producers with zero gardening experience, and now I can actually grow my own herbs! It’s such a relaxing break from uni and the community is so welcoming.” - T3 2025 Participant 
“Helping maintain the Urban Garden has been incredibly rewarding. Seeing what we plant actually grow and sharing the harvest with others makes every session worth it.”

program highlights

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Get In Touch!

The Producers Officer

Akane Opek

E:theproducers@arc.unsw.edu.au

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