On the Farm; Week 1 (3.16.2012)
How does one farm in February? It involves a lot of dust and spiders…
Proof of Intelligent Investing (10.23.2010)
It is easy to spot the thousand ways we’ve invested poorly. Here is an example of how we’re investing in a system that works. These grants will help us help ourselves. (And in todays economic climate, that might be exactly what we need.)
Rediscover the Forgotten (9.16.2010)
Why are we so quick to abandon past practices in favor of new ones? In today’s world, something new emerges every minute. If we try to grab everything, we’ll drop what was important.
Kimberly’s Answer to the World’s Problem (9.14.2010)
A young volunteer tackles hunger and poverty in a small way.
For Every Metropolis, Look for a Clagett (8.18.2010)
In which a newly settled DC gal gets her hands dirty at a beautiful farm in Maryland.
And There was Honey Upon the Ground (6.24.2010)
A photo-tour of Fowler Honey Farm for anyone just buzzing to know what goes on in the hive.
Meet: Wu Zetian, Mother of Agriculture Candidate (5.9.2010)
This Empress might have had a nasty temper, but she was also a champion of agriculture and a tireless defender of Chinese farmers.
How to Make the Most of a Surplus and Prevent Economic Strain on Farmers (4.14.2010)
This Spring, it’s strawberries. Next year, who knows? Be willing to step up and support the agriculture community when it needs your help the most. You’ll be doing a national service… by eating shortcake. It’s a no-brainer, folks.
What is Grey Water and Why is it Important? (3.1.2010)
Did you know that water was recyclable? For anyone growing produce above ground, who takes showers or washes clothes, here is an article to help you stretch this most valuable of natural commodities. Who knew that your garden could be even more green?
Meet: Darrell Turner (11.8.2009)
Darrell is an urban farming hobbyist living in KS. He grows and preserves vegetables at home and is currently experimenting with his first chicken flock. To learn about his “Bachelor’s Greenhouse”, pick up tips on how to grow warm-weather seedlings indoors or to find out why he thinks agricultural knowledge is important, read on.
Norman Borlaug: A Global Greenthumb. (9.14.2009)
Read about the late Norman Borlaug and his contributions to Agriculture and, of course, international politics.
Link: Seeds and String Recommended Reading (1.1.2009)
I love this booklist for urban farmers and gardeners posted by Seeds and String. Take a peek and get started. Everybody could use a little reference before they plow up their backyards. (Trust me.)
