Now dig this: a new crop of organic farms and workshops

"It's all about reconnecting and reharmonising with nature," says Alex Hale from the HK Perma Club."People from all demographics join our group - all ages, all nationalities."

Hale spends most weekends digging away at the HK Perma Club's "office" hidden in a valley in Clear Water Bay. It's one of many farming groups to have sprouted in the city that promote the benefits of locally produced organic fruit and vegetables in a shift driven by consumers seeking tastier, more eco-friendly and fresher food.

As more than 95 per cent of Hong Kong's food is imported, it's no wonder people want to know where their food is coming from - and whether it's safe to eat. "People want an alternative to the concrete jungle lifestyle. They want an alternative to costly imported foods and they want to get involved and grow their own fresh organic food. This club gives people the opportunity to do all this," says Hale.

Here are our pick of the latest crop of workshops.

Those with budding green fingers can sink their hands into some soil at workshops hosted by the HK Perma Club, which uses ecological design principles to promote clean air, clean food and a healthy sustainable lifestyle.