Honey bees, which we rely on for most of our food crops, along with a wide variety of other pollinators, are under pressure on a number of fronts, some of which we understand and can address — pesticides and habitat loss — and some of which are quite beyond our reckoning at the moment, such… Read more
The new Global Seed Network is meant to be used by farmers, home gardeners, nonprofit organizations, and the general public, who can connect with other seed savers to trade for uncommon and disease-resistant varieties that are tailored to their soil and climate conditions. It’s essentially a social network for plant and seed enthusiasts, and allows… Read more
A lot of people think eating organic food is healthier, safer and tastier than non-organic food. Aside from the fact that patronizing organic foods help local farmers, it has also a lot of health benefits. Read more
Looking for a super-tasty, quick and easy treat? A healthy snack that even your mother would love? Stop right now and make this banana bread recipe! Best Banana Bread Recipe Ever 3 ripe bananas, mashed with a fork 1/4 cup oil 1/2 cup agave nectar or maple syrup or honey 1 & 1/2 cup whole… Read more
An outdoor garden isn’t an option for everyone. Setting up an indoor hydroponic gardening system allows for you to grow your own vegetables, berries and herbs year-round. Read more
Raw treats aren’t as hard to make as you might think. This raw food dessert recipe is quick and easy, and is sure to please even picky eaters. Read more
Yerba mate consists of the leaves and small stems of a type of holly that grows in Argentina and surrounding countries. The proper name is ilex paraguariensis, and it is the traditional drink of the Guarani Indians Read more
Biomimicry is the process of replicating or reproducing organic cells or structures. This process is actually more common than you might think. Biomimicry simply means copying something from nature. Sometimes we are able to take a look at something that occurs in nature and “reuse” or “repurpose” certain characteristics of these animals or plants in… Read more