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09/14/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Unbelievably cheap and healthy: Try these great ideas for your home vegetable garden that don’t break the bank

You don’t need a green thumb to grow a home vegetable garden. If you want to start cultivating vegetables in your backyard, you only need to know what kind of plants to grow, the tools you need, and how to properly take care of your chosen veggies. By learning how to cultivate a DIY home […]

09/12/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Gardening tips for managing weeds

If you like gardening, you have probably had to deal with some weeds. While there are various ways to get rid of these pesky plants, not all weeding methods are effective. Audrey Kalil, from North Dakota State University, explained that weeds are extremely efficient at competing for nutrients, sunlight, and water that your plants also require. […]

08/07/2018 / By Zoey Sky

6 Easy tips on how to live a full and healthy homesteader lifestyle without breaking the bank

Homesteading doesn’t have to be a scary and complicated endeavor. With some tips from experts and hard work, even you can homestead on a budget. People from all sorts of backgrounds express an interest in homesteading, and it is a practice that often unites those concerned about the environment and individuals who want to be […]

08/04/2018 / By Rita Winters

Starting your own farm? 7 Questions to ask yourself first

When starting a small farm, there are considerations you have to make. A small farm is a small business, and as harmless as it may sound, there are painful downsides when it is not managed properly. Nevertheless, a small farm is a good way to fulfill your nutritional and financial needs. Small farms can be […]

08/04/2018 / By Ralph Flores

Go fig-ure: 7 types of figs to add to your garden and how to grow them

Our relationship with the fig tree is one for the books: It’s one of the first crops that we’ve learned to cultivate (predating even wheat), and we’ve been enjoying its sweet, juicy fruit ever since. Of course, the fact that figs are ridiculously easy to propagate could be a significant factor in why our ancestors decided […]

08/02/2018 / By Earl Garcia

Step-by-step guide to effortlessly grow oregano

Growing oregano is relatively easy, especially indoors. Just like thyme, oregano can successfully thrive in a six-inch pot and can survive in a hot, dry, and sunny place. It is important to note that the herb grows best when sufficient light is provided. Placing the plant near a bright window is ideal so that the […]

07/28/2018 / By Russel Davis

How to easily grow a bay leaf tree

Laurel leaf, more common known as bay leaf, is a kitchen staple that gives soups and stews better flavor. Aside from being a primary flavoring agent, bay leaves have significant medicinal properties that improve the body’s overall health. Bay leaves are rich in antioxidants and organic compounds that keep free radicals in check. The leaves also reduce blood sugar, cholesterol […]

06/03/2018 / By Carol Anderson

Eat healthier AND save money by growing your own food at home

Gardening has taken a back seat among our favorite pastimes in the past few years since a lot of people living in rural areas chose to move to the city. Thankfully, people have found an effective, cheaper, and sustainable way to grow plants, and even fish, in small, urban places. Placing your own vertical garden or aquaponics – […]

05/24/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Establishing the link between soil health and animal growth: Healthier soils make for healthier animals

A study published in the journal Animal found that healthier soils lead to healthier animals. In the study, a team of researchers at Rothamsted Research looked at how efficiently nutrients are used on a livestock farm, on a field-by-field basis for the first time. The research team also linked soil health to animal growth. In […]

03/14/2018 / By Florence Garrington

Food Freedom: Learn how to “grow half of your own food” with sustainable, organic methods that can be practiced anywhere

Is there anything better than chowing down on food grown in your own backyard? Homegrown produce has distinct flavors that simply can’t be beaten by the fruits and vegetables sold in the grocery. That isn’t just satisfaction you’re tasting—you’re also savoring unmatched food safety and security. When you grow your own food, you control what […]

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