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With Ecosystem Design, Always Start With Biodiversity

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Good ecosystem design is a matter of applying key principles to our growing spaces, and biodiversity is a critical first step to sustainability in the garden.

Golden Beet & Turmeric Kvass Brings Better Gut Balance

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Fermented foods and drinks can really balance out holiday excesses, so make some of this beet and turmeric kvass to enjoy daily for a more healthy gut.

Challenge Of Irrigating In Winter (Excerpt, “The Winter Market Gardener”)

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In this excerpt from "The Winter Market Gardener," authors Jean-Martin Fortier and Catherine Sylvestre explore irrigating winter garden crops.

Potatoes Are A Passion At Irish Eyes

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Irish Eyes Farm manager Greg A Lutovsky from the Washington-based seed experts tells us about the 2024 potato trends to look out for.

Improve Your Farm Soil Health On World Soil Day 2023

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Here at Hobby Farms, we care a lot about soil. That’s why we’ve spent years exploring topics pertaining to the maintenance and improvement of soil health.

Tips For Growing A Bumper Crop Of Garden Veggies

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Michael Spencer of Houston, Texas, managed to grow a bumper crop of tomatoes, okra, potatoes, onions and more during a drought with these tips.

Breaking Barriers With The Black Yard Farm Collective

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Black Yard Farm founder Ashanti Williams tells us how the New York-based initiative is opening doors for Black farmers. She also shares her love of okra.

Video: Treating Drought Stress In Boxwood Shrubs

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This time of year can be hard on young boxwood plants, so keep moisture top of mind and heed the following signs if your plants look stressed.

Fall Is the Right Time To Dig … Into Seed Catalogs!

Beginning Farmers | Crops & Gardening | Farm & Garden | Homesteading | Uncategorized |
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It's that time of year when we dig into seed catalogs to plan next year's garden. Here are some tips for navigating the many seed choices available.

Recipe: Fermented Parsnip Pickles Are Tangy & Tasty

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These fermented parsnip pickles make use of root vegetable harvests and Thanksgiving extras for a tangy, garlicky treat that's sure to delight.

Full Cycle Projects Help Fuel Power Farms

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Rebekah Power from the Arizona-based Power Farms tells us about the nourishing nature of growing sunflowers and working as a family unit.

4 Farming Successes I’m Thankful For In 2023

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Since we can never spend too much time counting our blessings, I'm sharing a handful of the farming-related successes I’m thankful for in 2023.

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