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What and When to Grow in Containers

Think you don’t have space for a garden? Think again! Follow this list of easy seasonal seeds to sow plus a rundown of what an entire year of container gardening can look like. Start growing your dream garden today!

All In The Sting: Health Benefits of Honey Bee Venom

Tired of trying different traditional medicines to relieve inflammation and joint pain? We have the perfect solution: honey bee venom. Who knew that bees could improve our health and relieve pain?🐝

Juniper & Elderberry Braised Short Ribs: The Ultimate Modern Spin On A Classic

Get ready for a comfort dish like no other! Our short ribs recipe features foraged juniper berries for a unique twist. Ever wondered how to forage your own? We’ve got you covered with expert tips!

Testing Soil: Healthy Soil is Just A Test Away

Want a more bountiful harvest? Start with the basics: test your soil! Simply take a small sample, get it examined, & you’ll be on your way to healthy soil. Discover the perfect balance of nutrients for your garden. Test your soil to unlock its secrets and get ready for a fruitful season!

Preserving Seed Integrity: How Far is Far Enough?

Think the “perfect” seed exists? The true pure seed is a myth! There are best practices that any seed grower should keep in mind; but once you understand seed integrity, the real fun begins.

How to Use Lambsquarter from Root to Plant to Seed

Think twice before pulling out that lambsquarter! It is a “super weed” with many edible & medicinal uses. Discover the surprising benefits of lambsquarter!

Ditch the Pots, Use Soil Blocks!

Revolutionize your seed starting game! What’s a cheaper, easier, and surprisingly more efficient way to start your seedlings? Soil blocks! Find out how soil blocks work, how you make them, and what advantages they offer over traditional pots and trays. Ditch the pots and trays. Start your seedlings with soil blocks!

Kvass: A Nourishing, Fermented Beverage

Introducing Kvass, a nourishing drink made with just a few simple ingredients! Ready to level up your fermentation game? Try making kvass, a nourishing drink that’s easy to brew. With only a few days to ferment and you’ll be sipping on this tasty tonic. Perfect for beginners or pros alike!

Agricultural Seed: A Short History of the Miraculous Seed

The seed: our connection to the past, key to a sustainable future. They are the foundation of agriculture. The tiny but mighty seed is the connection to our agricultural past and holds the key to our future.

Are you Team Duck or Team Chicken?

Thinking of adding a laying flock, but can’t decide? Backyard eggs, yes! But ducks or chickens?

A Nourishing Recipe to Boost Seedling Growth

Ditch the chemicals! Give your newly seeded beds a natural boost 🌱🌱 You don’t need to use chemicals to give your seedlings a boost. Just use seaweed, apple cider vinegar, and a few extras to create a blend for seedling growth. Your new go-to seed starter hack to grow healthy plants.

4 Simple Recipes Using Homegrown Sprouts

Sprouts are amazing, compact nutritional powerhouses! What’s not to love? Get ready to supercharge your health with sprouts! Check out these recipes for new ways to cook with and eat all types of sprouts.

Edible Forest Gardens: Creating A Plant Grouping

Dreaming of an edible forest garden? Start small by creating a plant grouping. By combining plants that thrive together, you’re one step closer to turning your backyard into a lush edible forest!

Natural Yogurt: Using Kefir As A Yogurt Starter

Yogurt making is having a moment! Join the fun and create your own natural yogurt at home. Try our simple recipe using kefir as a starter and taste the difference for yourself!

7 Factors to Consider When Choosing a Planting Site

Dreaming of a lush garden? Now is the perfect time to start planning your garden. The location of your planting site is key to a thriving garden and one of the first things to consider. Choose the right spot and watch your garden thrive!

Simplify Fieldwork: Stop Working So Hard

Looking to simplify fieldwork on your farm or homestead? The key is to act like a tree: stop working so hard. Let nature do some of the work for you. Simplify your fieldwork and boost yields!

Early Spring Captured in a Glass: Maple Sugar on Snow Cocktail

Vermont’s sweet tradition in a glass! This recipe is inspired by the classic maple taffy-like candy Sugar on Snow. Unlike flavor-neutral simple syrup, maple syrup’s contribution to cocktails isn’t just sweetness but also buttery, nutty & vanilla flavors.