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Ten Tips to Improve Your Garden Next Season

A myriad of factors can determine what succeeds and what fails in your garden. The good news is that there are a lot of simple changes we can make to turn those failures into your best crop yet.

by Anna Beahm· August 27, 2024
Farm

Backyard and Urban Farming: How to Start—Whether You Own Land or Not

So, you want your yard to be used for something more ecologically and socially valuable than turfgrass? Or you want to farm but don't have access to land? We’ve outlined things you need to consider to make it work.

by Lindsey Beatrice· August 1, 2024
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Community Fridges 101

How to find a fridge, how to start a fridge and what they actually need. Here’s everything you need to know when it comes to community fridges.

by Emily Baron Cadloff· July 18, 2024
Farm

Prepare a Slice of Your Yard For a Pollinator Garden

More than 85% of North American households have an outdoor living space. This Midwestern gardener swapped parts of her lawn for native plants that feed pollinators and wildlife.

by Kristine Nemec· July 11, 2024
Farm

Where to Get Started: A Guide For Young Farmers

If you’re a young person looking to start a career in farming, check out these organizations.

by Emily Baron Cadloff· June 24, 2024
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How to Be a Food Policy Advocate in Your Community 

Food policy experts offer simple steps that anyone can take to create positive change.

by Elena Valeriote· April 2, 2024
Farm

Making Old Orchards New Again

The increasing popularity of hard cider means apple trees planted a century ago are being rediscovered and restored.

by Kirsten Lie-Nielsen· April 1, 2024
Farm

Soil Blocking Has Many Benefits. What is It and How Can You Get Started? 

Soil blocking is a plastic-free seed-starting method that’s gaining popularity as farmers and gardeners look to more sustainable practices. 

by Jillian Garrett· March 21, 2024
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A Bulk of Food Waste Happens at Home. Here’s How to Cut Your Footprint.

Experts tips for reeling in unnecessary waste.

by Lena Beck· February 22, 2024
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