The National Young Farmers Coalition released a new guide for farmers, designed to provide an introduction to land trusts and explain the process of partnering with a land trust to access affordable...
It’s not easy to break into the “field” of agriculture these days. For beginning farmers there can be hinderances such as lack of access to land, mentorship, and funding. Land...
Where I live in Missouri, we usually have a cold, frozen winter. By mid December most of my garden is tucked in and the ground is hard. But I always keep some greens going for our family dinner...
I love this time of year. The air is cool, the earth is damp, and there are still a few edibles in the garden. Early fall means that it is time to harvest one of my favorite vegetables. Yes, it is...
A Terroir-ist’s Manifesto For Eating in Place and Renewing America’s Food Traditions Know where your food has come from through knowing those who produced it for you, from farmer to forager, rancher...
Spring can get away from you fast, and so too can planting your spring garden. With summer in full swing, there are still plenty of things you can plant now for harvest through the fall, here are a...
n the world of garlic, hardnecks provide a sublime treat that softnecks just can’t provide. This early summer delight can be harvested well in advance of the bulbs. What are they you ask? Garlic...
Seed Inoculant is Rhizobium bacteria that is applied to legume seed (beans, peas, clovers, cowpeas, etc.) before planting. It is usually applied in a powder form or through an application of compost...
There are many federally funded grant programs across the county. It’s sad to say that the USDA website is fairly hard to navigate and the information can be confusing. There are several...
Spring cold snaps are no fun, especially when you’ve jumped the gun and planted tender plants. Err on the side of caution and wait until after the absolute last freeze dates to start planting...