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05/27/2022
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By Cassie B.
Appalachian apple hunter has saved more than 1,000 lost varieties of fruit
We are constantly bombarded with stories about various species in both the plant and animal worlds going extinct due to human activity, but sometimes the opposite happens. And in the case of Tom Brown of North Carolina, one man’s efforts have been responsible for reclaiming around 1,200 lost varieties of apples. Brown, a retired chemical […]
07/07/2021
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By Divina Ramirez
14 Ways to preserve blackberries for long-term storage
Blackberries have one of the shortest peak seasons of all fruits in the United States, where harvests usually run from July to August. Blackberries also don’t ripen after they’ve been picked, so they have to be picked when they’re exactly ripe. This means you have a very short window for enjoying sweet and juicy blackberries. Luckily, there are several […]
05/19/2021
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By Divina Ramirez
5 Fruits and vegetables that grow well in containers
If you want to grow your own foods but don’t have sufficient outdoor space, consider growing them in pots and containers. A sunny windowsill, a patio, a balcony or even a doorstep will provide sufficient space for a productive container garden. Container gardening, as the name implies, is growing plants in containers like pots and […]
04/30/2021
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By Divina Ramirez
Top 5 vegetables that are cheaper to grow than buy
Organic fruits and vegetables have become increasingly popular in recent years as consumers look for healthier options. Aside from being more nutritious than conventional produce, organic foods are grown without using chemical pesticides that are harmful to human health. But organic foods don’t come cheap. They can put a serious dent in your wallet over time. […]
06/12/2020
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By Franz Walker
Coronavirus looms over fruit and vegetable growers, threatening yet more disruptions of the food supply
Outbreaks of the Wuhan coronavirus (COVID-19) are emerging in U.S. fruit and vegetable farms and packing plants, causing officials to worry about further disruptions to America’s food supply. The outbreaks come after thousands of meat plant employees contracted the virus, which led to those plants shutting down. This resulted in shortages of meat in groceries around the […]
04/29/2020
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By Zoey Sky
More Americans preparing for coronavirus-related food shortage by buying up seeds for “pandemic gardens”
Americans across the country have started taking matters into their own hands. Due to worries about food shortages because of the COVID-19 pandemic, more people are cultivating home gardens to remain self-sufficient. However, the demand for garden seeds seems to have overwhelmed seed companies, who are quick to reassure buyers that there is no shortage […]
04/16/2020
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By Zoey Sky
A crash course in intensive gardening
Gardening is a work-intensive practice, but one that is worth all the hard work and time you invest in it. After all, who is going to say no to a hobby that gives you a workout and yields the literal fruits (and vegetables) of your labor? In uncertain times like the current public health crisis, […]
02/04/2020
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By Ralph Flores
Transplanting fig trees for your home gardens
People have been growing fig trees since the beginning of time, and for good reason. These are one of the easiest fruit trees to be grown, and they’re known to be low-maintenance in the long run. To enjoy the fruits of this iconic plant, however, it pays to learn how to start caring for them. Getting […]
11/01/2019
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By Zoey Sky
Why home gardening and food preservation is the best form of food insurance
Home gardening is a crucial part of any prepper’s life. Having a garden in your backyard ensures that you have access to fresh produce during “quiet” times and, most importantly, after SHTF. Learning about food preservation also teaches you the skills you need to save and preserve excess fruits and vegetables from your garden. Don’t […]
10/27/2019
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By Darnel Fernandez
Upcycling for preppers: How to turn a broken freezer into a mini root cellar
Proper storage of home-grown produce is an important prepping skill any gardener should have if they want to enjoy the fruits of their labor. Freezing is a great way to enjoy fresh produce all year round. But even if your freezer breaks after long use, you can retain its usefulness in preserving food by converting it into a […]
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