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Sweet Corn

Urban Farming
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Photo by Rick Gush Sweet corn is sold packaged in Tuscany, Italy. Sweet corn might just be the most American of all the vegetables, because Americans eat more of it than just about anyone else. Oh sure, corn is grown all over the planet these days, but most of that corn is either grown to […]

My New Favorite Clematis

Crops & Gardening
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Do you think Santa might bring you a new arbor or trellis or pergola for Christmas? Well, if he does, I've got the plant for you!

4 Considerations Before Opening a Bed-and-Breakfast

Farm Management
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If your dream is to open a bed-and-breakfast on your farm or a future property, think through these things before diving in to the farm-based business.

Fennel Salad Recipe

Urban Farming
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Photo by Judith Hausman A twist on the Waldorf salad makes for a great winter refresher. I turn to root vegetables and brassicas when the weather gets colder but the hearty, earthy food of winter also needs counterpoint. I was looking for a bracing salad to refresh us over the holidays and noticed the array […]

8 Homesteading Books for Your Home Library

Homesteading
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These editor selections from Hobby Farm Home’s 2012 Good Reading column will be an asset to your hobby-farm bookshelf.

O Christmas Tree

Homesteading
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Uzzi and I admire Mom and Dad’s Christmas tree when we sneak into the house at night to use the computer. After Christmas, we get to eat it! Evergreen trees are a big part of humans’ Christmas traditions.

Horse Kisses

Urban Farming
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Photo by Audrey Pavia Teddy, my friend’s horse, like to kiss me. Today was cold and cloudy with a bit of a drizzle — the closest thing we get to Christmas weather in the lowlands of Southern California. So, my friend Michelle and I decided to take it in by going for a trail ride. […]

6 Farm Charities to Support for the Holidays

Beginning Farmers
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This gift-giving season, you can make a philanthropic donation in your favorite farmer’s name to an ag-related charity of their choice.

An Abundance of Borage (Starflower)

Urban Farming
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Borage spontaneously grows in nearly every corner of everyone's yard. It's a great substitute (or addition) to your usual steamed greens.

Garden Scare: Harlequin Bug

Crops & Gardening
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I was out in the garden the other afternoon with my son who, for some unknown reason, decided he wanted to plant some seeds.

Recipe: Homemade Jam Bars

Urban Farming
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Photo by Judith Hausman These jam bars make for a great, quick treat for a gathering. I’m in a book club, and it was my turn to host my funny, smart friends. They usually arrive at my house medium-hungry, so while no one makes an elaborate spread, it’s our habit to serve some sweet and […]

8 Editor Gift Picks for 2012

Beginning Farmers
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