Straw-bale construction offers homeowners the chance to build the home of their dreams that’s also environmentally friendly.
Rachel Hurd Anger Chickens might seem like just another pet to some, but when we’re bringing livestock into our yards, we need to remember that their needs are not the same as the needs of the animals we might keep inside our homes. If you’re keeping a single chicken or you’re considering getting just […]

Think you can’t build your own urban farm? Think again!

Eat beer? Cheers to the founders of this new food company for their savory solution to craft-beer waste.

The Livin Farms Insect Hive offers a sustainable protein alternative.

There’s more in your soil than rotting plant matter—these insects and organisms are helping turn organic matter into a fertile growing medium for your farm.
Teach your children about this historical act of bartering for homemade or homegrown items by helping them set up a trading post.
Community gardens help land-strapped gardeners create a space where they can grow healthy food alongside their neighbors.

Make your own sourdough bread from scratch and give it your home’s own unique flavor by cultivating wild yeast for the starter.
Winter’s not bad in my neck of the woods, but there are still a few things I need to do to get my garden ready for cooler temps.

Fertilizing your garden could be as simple—and as free—as a drop in a bucket.
This tea-and-honey beverage is giving fermentation enthusiasts something else to brew about.