5 Ways to Increase Your Food Independence
July 2, 2019In honor of Independence Day, we share several ways we work toward establishing true food independence. You can do the same.
How to Harvest & Dry Homegrown Garlic
June 28, 2019Planting garlic is only the first step in enjoying this delicious crop. Learn how properly harvesting and drying homegrown garlic can improve its shelf-life
The 5 Most Common Mistakes in Gardening
November 8, 2018Everyone makes mistakes. Even gardeners. But avoiding these most common mistakes in gardening saves you lots of time, energy and trouble.
The Best Squash And Pumpkin Varieties For Storage
October 12, 2017Do you want to eat local all winter? Consider these delicious and tough-as-nails squash and pumpkin varieties for storage.
5 Techniques For Preserving Homegrown Herbs
September 7, 2017Herbs are a terrific way to pump up the flavor in your kitchen. These methods keep preserving homegrown herbs from becoming a chore.
2 Methods You Can Use For Threshing Dry Beans
August 24, 2017Not sure how to thresh dry beans? When harvest time arrives, use one of these two techniques to separate the beans from their pods before storage.
4 Ways To Get More Ripe Tomatoes Before The First Frost
October 7, 2016Encourage your tomatoes to ripen quickly before the end of the season so that your green tomato stash is a bit smaller.
How To Harvest Dried Beans
August 25, 2016Dried beans are grown just like fresh beans—you just harvest them a little later.
The Season’s Not Over—10 Garden Chores To Prep For Fall
August 24, 2016The end of summer seems to signal the end of the garden, but that’s just not so. Produce more vegetables into fall with these tips.
5 Harvesting Tips To Make Your Produce Last
August 22, 2016Having a successful market day starts with harvest—so here are some tips you can’t overlook.
