When two ardent urban beekeepers decided to move, bringing their bees along was the biggest challenge.
Hay, Man: The Curious Life and Times of Scarecrows
From medieval roots to modern-day anachronism, the secret history of an effigy.
How Vermont Could Become the Napa Valley of Hard Cider
Like contemporary Johnny Appleseeds, two men are determined to reincarnate the thriving cider industry by repopulating the Northeast with the heirloom apple orchards of yore.
Organic Fashion: Inside the Lab That Grows Clothing
Can’t find those perfect summer shoes in stores? Try brewing your own pair at home.
13 Vintage Pictures of Sheep Shearing
Vintage pictures from the Golden Age of sheep shearing.
Why a Book About Zombies Could Get Kids to Eat Better
How a novel about bashing in zombie’s brains with a baseball bat carries message Michael Pollan would approve of.
Meet Jennie Finch: Olympic Softball Pitcher Turned Louisiana Farmer
TIME magazine called Jennie Finch “the most famous softball player in history.” So what does a superstar like Finch do after they hang up their glove? They start farming.
From pickled ramps to fresh-pressed apple cider, 12 cocktails that’ll satisfy your craving for a seasonal cocktail.
Just How Much Dye Is in Your Food?
A new study shows just how much artificial dye we are eating everyday.
