Learn what to feed chickens in winter and how to keep them safe while they aid you in preparing the garden for next year’s ...

James A. Duke Ph.D.

Have you ever thought about which chicken breed fits your personality? Whether you’re a calm or a go-getter, our fun What's ...

Farmers often have trouble finding local meat processors: Local meat units can help fill the gap. Demand for local, humanely raised, grass-fed meat is growing, but at the same time, local meat ...

Filaree Farm is passionate about bringing the best organic garlic to your garden. That’s why we’re thrilled to offer you a chance to win a $100 gift certificate toward their renowned garlic ...

Garlic bulb and garlic cloves on the wooden table in the garden. Explore the differences between hardneck vs softneck garlic and the different garlic types and how they are classified. When ...

Relax and enjoy a summer breeze in this classic do-it-yourself porch swing. Everyone needs a cozy spot to relax and sip some iced tea, and this do-it-yourself porch swing plan works even if you ...

James A. Duke Ph.D.

Harness the Power of Self-Sufficiency One New Skill at A Time It’s never been easier to pick up new skills to boost your independence and keep more money in your wallet while you’re at it. Let ...

Millions of visitors enjoy botanic gardens to see plants, but you’ll miss out if you don’t take classes at botanic gardens.

Learn how to nixtamalize corn, nixtamalization history, and why this process creates more nutrition for us to absorb. In fall of 2023, when Marissa Ames, former editor-in-chief of MOTHER EARTH ...

Learn about edible winter plants like field garlic, tips on field garlic foraging, and how to prepare wild garlic. There is one delicious wild edible plant that I can always count on foraging even ...