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5 Ways to Landscape with Edible Plants this Fall

This fall, try an apple tree instead of a dogwood or a row of blueberry... (more)

Brian Barth
September 16, 2015
3 Ways Farmers are Kicking the Plastic Habit

Even "sustainable" farmers seem to be addicted to plastic trash.

Brian Barth
September 10, 2015
Canning 101: How to Use Water Bath and Pressure Canners

Preserving the harvest is easier than you thought.

Brian Barth
September 9, 2015
How to Build a Chicken Coop

Planning to join the masses of backyard poultry farmers this year? Here's what you need... (more)

Brian Barth
September 8, 2015
How to Grow and Harvest Grains in Your Backyard

Bread, beer, and pasta all originate with a planting of grain seed in fall. Be... (more)

Brian Barth
August 31, 2015
How to Harvest and Dry Herbs

Herb gardens will go dormant in a few months, but the desire to cook with... (more)

Brian Barth
August 17, 2015
How to Grow a Cover Crop This Fall

Replenish your soil with plants that give back.

Brian Barth
August 12, 2015
How to Grow Your Own Tomatoes, Part 5: Harvesting

Within two months of plunking tomato seedlings in the ground, the fruit should be filling... (more)

Brian Barth
August 6, 2015
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