The Slow Down of Spring: Musicians and Farmers turn soil and song while facing Covid 19
In early March, my band Ley Line was gearing up for the renowned South by Southwest festival in Austin, Texas. Being that it’s my hometown and the festival knowingly has somewhat of a tornado-effect, I found myself stocking up on …
Building Community Resilience Through Observing Nature
“More people are starting to see the value and relevance of small scale, diverse farming methods as a way of …
Companion Planting Asparagus and Strawberries
After nearly four years of gardening, we’ve finally decided to try out companion planting asparagus and strawberries! But as usual, …
Over Grow The System Patch
Why Backyard Chickens & Compost Belong Together
Backyard Chickens & compost systems are a perfect match of needs & yields. Chickens scratch, aerate, and speed up the …
Growing Hemp Runs Deep in America’s Roots
If you were an early American colonist and Jamestown farmer in the 1600’s, you would have been required by law to grow hemp simply because the world was being commanded by large fleets of ships, and those ships needed hemp rope and sails. Thomas Jefferson, the author of our Declaration of Independence was a hemp farmer, the document itself was written on hemp paper, and so was the U.S. Constitution.
Developing A Sense Of Wonder & Awe Of The Natural World In Your Child : Solara Goldwynn
Within weeks of our daughter being born, her father and I realized that she was instantly pacified and tuned in the moment we went outside. She could be inconsolable inside, but even getting our coats and shoes on to go out would sooth her. At 15 months, it’s exactly the same, she can be having a tantrum inside, but get her shoes on and cross the front entrance and she’s all smiles. This is great for us as edible landscapers and permaculture consultants; working outside is our livelihood and our passion. We spend multiple hours in the garden most days, and having our daughter beside us is an incredible feeling. Watching a tiny human growing alongside plants we grow and eat is a powerful experience.
Seed Saving For Biodiversity & Food Sovereignty – Saving Seeds with Kristyn Leach
Seed saving is crucial for biodiversity and food sovereignty. Farmer Kristyn Leach of Namu Farms provides tips on how best …
