Why Do We Eat Black-Eyed Peas on New Year’s?
Tracing the tradition back to its southern roots.
The Great American Chestnut Tree Revival
More than a century ago, billions of American chestnuts were wiped out by an invasive fungus. Now, scientists are working to restore the tree to its former glory.
The History of the Maligned and Misunderstood Fruitcake
The polarizing dessert that people love to hate became a holiday mainstay thanks, in part, to the US Postal Service.
Putting the Egg Back in Eggnog
Store-bought versions hardly resemble the drink’s rich, boozy origins.
It’s aesthetically pleasing, yes, but there’s a historic reason behind the crimson hue.
10 Farmers and Gardeners to Follow on TikTok
The video app is home to a plethora of tips and inspiration for growers of all kinds.
Farm Booty: An Instagram Ode to Farmers’ Butts
These farmers are growing peaches (if you know what I mean).
Farmer Sentiment Is at Its Lowest Point in Three Years
It has been a truly, historically awful year for American farmers.
Rooted in a History of World War II Refugees, Urban Foraging in Berlin Transcends Trends
Finding Berlin’s wild side in its parks, not its clubs.
