Articles: Vegetables

asparagus

Asparagus: An Aspiring Spear

Asparagus is a delicious vegetable with a layered history. How did this aspiring spear make its way from growing in…

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broccoli frittata

The Whole Broccoli Frittata: A Wild Boost To Your Brunch Menu

Introducing…your new favorite brunch dish! This whole broccoli frittata is packed with fresh, wildcrafted flavors that are bound to help…

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becoming a plant breeder

Become A Plant Breeder: The Seed Series

It’s time to take control of your seeds and become a plant breeder! Saving your seed allows you to grow…

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OSGlead

Choosing the Right Seed Crop: The Seed Series

How do you know if you’re picking the right seeds? Here are some easy tips on choosing the best seed…

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starting plants

Grow Your Own Veg — Starting Plants from Seed

Growing your own vegetables may be easier than you think! All you need is an indoor or outdoor space &…

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Eliot Coleman’s Components of the Winter Harvest

So you want to start reaping a winter harvest, but you’re not sure where to start? Eliot Coleman breaks down…

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potpie

Winter Root Veggie Potpie: A Seasonal Recipe

Looking for new ways to use those winter root veggies throughout the season? Put your cooking skills to the test…

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harvesting carrots

Growing & Harvesting Carrots: Getting to the Root

Curious about carrots? Now’s a better time than ever to get to growing. Before you get started, check out these insights…

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freezing vegetables

Preserving Veggies: Tips for Freezing Vegetables

Try your hand at preserving veggies by freezing them! Freezing vegetables is a quick, simple way to preserve them for…

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roasted root veggies

Roasted Root Veggies with Pomegranate Drizzle

Do you still have an abundance of root veggies from your final fall harvest? You’re in luck! This  pomegranate drizzle will…

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root cellar

Building Your Own Root Cellar for the Fall Harvest

Building a root cellar is a great way to keep your harvest fresh through the cold months. With protection from…

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kale

All About Kale: The Evolution of This Popular Green

Chances are, you’ve heard of kale. In recent times, this leafy green is known as a delicious addition to meals…

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lean vegetable farm

5 Steps to Achieve A Lean Vegetable Farm

Looking to create a lean vegetable farm? The lean system, designed to cut out waste and increase profits, allows you…

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no-till beets

Drop the Beet: Growing No-Till Beets

Let’s drop the beet! Beets can be grown year-round and are a perfect, flavorful addition to meals. Get started on…

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tips for harvesting

Tips for Harvesting and Preserving: Reaping the Harvest

Tending to your garden is fulfilling in its own way, but the real reward is when everything is ready to…

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lacto-fermenting

Lacto-Fermenting: A Faster Way to Ferment Vegetables

Looking for a faster way to ferment your vegetables? Lacto-fermenting, a fermentation method widely used in Japan, involves a special glass…

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lemon gremolata

The Perfect Slice: Watermelon Radish and Preserved Lemon Gremolata

Gremolata is most commonly used for a final flourish of flavor to add a fresh taste to rich meaty dishes.…

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vegetable tian

Summer Vegetable Tian: Simple and Elegant

The term tian simply refers to a dish of thinly sliced vegetables that have been cooked in fat of your…

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storing cucumbers

Harvesting and Storing Cucumbers: Capturing the Crunch

As the weather heats up, now’s the perfect time to grow and pick cucumbers! With these easy tips and tricks, you’ll…

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pickled veg plate

Rainbow Pickled Veg Plate: A Taste of Summer

Few things scream “summer” more than a fresh, colorful plate of seasonal veggies. With this recipe for a rainbow pickled…

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How to Grow Healthy Plants: Strengthening Your Farm or Garden’s Immune System

Searching for tips on how to grow healthy plants? Look no further. The Ecological Farm is the go-to guide for…

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How to Forage and Store Wild Greens

Whether you are an expert forager or new to the skill, it’s important to understand how to store your freshly…

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Seeds of Hope: Striving For A Sustainable Future

Over the years, many of our world’s most flavorful vegetables have become extinct for a variety of reasons; however, these…

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The Search for A Welsh Leek

How did the modern leek become what it is today? On his quest to save our heritage produce, Adam Alexander…

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seed detective

Becoming A True Seed Detective: Mastering the Mission

Did you ever wonder how peas, kale, asparagus, beans, squash, and corn have ended up on our plates? Well, so…

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