Summer is here and it’s a lot of fun to spend time outdoors. Don’t let a lack of space hold you back from gardening. If you live in the city and have a small apartment, you can still grow plants inside! Space is always an issue with us, the apartment dwellers. We don’t have a…
Just by the name, you can get an idea of what agroecology is. It’s all about farming systems that are sustainable in the sense that they work with the rest of nature to sustain crops. But practical agro-ecology? That’s something for the books and that’s something that we will discuss here in this article. What…
Share your love for gardening with your most precious possessions. Kids DO love gardening! But you may have to tweak your traditional gardening routine. Here’s a list of questions to ask yourself before you throw them into the dirt! What Types of Crops Do Kids Like To Grow? All plants are NOT…
Feeding cattle can be rather expensive on people who own the cows, but what is even worse is having to pay for the feed cost is paying the vet bills when the animals get sick. To avoid this problem, people should know the benefits of using natural dairy feed that is certified as being free…
Reasons To Grow Your Own Food Most people in today’s world only get their food from the grocery store. Not very many people grow their own. However, there are a lot of good reasons why you should be growing your own food. Here are 4 convincing reasons you should invest in growing your own food…
Growing your own vegetables is a great experience to have. There are many benefits, such as having the vegetables that you love on hand during growing season, knowing where your food is coming from, along with having pride that you grew the food that you enjoy eating. In order to grow a vegetable garden, though,…
5 specialty crops you may not know make a lot of money. Growing a specialty crop is the best way to combine a passion for gardening and the ever-present necessity to turn a profit.Unlike farming which involves crops like grains, veggies and fruits, specialty crops can be grown on a smaller scale and…
If you are planning on spending a lot of time in your garden this summer, making it better and more beautiful than it has ever been, consider implementing some of the latest and trendiest garden features that everyone is raving about. What are these cool trends that you should add to your outdoor space? Continue…
Wouldn’t it be nice if you could get the groceries you needed from your own backyard? If you grow a natural kitchen garden, you’ll be able to do just that. You can pluck fruits and vegetables straight from the garden and use them when you cook. It doesn’t get any fresher than that. A lot…
Sustainability is talked about non-stop in our media and in our conversations around the world. Being a globally talked about topic, you’d think we’d have one solid definition of what sustainability is. However not everyone has the same picture in mind when referring to the term ‘sustainability’. The definitions for sustainability are endless, and here…
With the arrival of spring it’s time to start preparing your pond for warmer weather. It’s the time to start spring pond maintenance to make a healthy and stress free transition. As the weather warms up, it’s time to wake your dormant pond. You need to make some time, get outside and start enjoying your…
One of the best things about summertime is the opportunity for outdoor activity that it brings. But you know what’s not so cool? When unexpected guests show up at said gatherings – particularly when they’re of the non-human variety. Insects. They’re annoying. They swarm, they bite, they sting and sometimes, like ants, they cluster around and…
Immune system diseases are caused by a dysfunction in the body’s immune system. These diseases are categorized in three ways. The first is if the components of the immune system are affected. The second is if the condition is acquired or congenital. The third is if the immune system is underactive or overactive. The International…
The body’s circulation system is responsible for sending blood, oxygen and nutrients through the body. When blood flow to a specific part of the body is reduced, symptoms of poor circulation can arise. Poor blood circulation is most common in the extremities, such as the arms and legs. The most common causes of poor circulation…
Turmeric comes from the root of the Curcuma longa plant. It has a tough brown skin, deep orange flesh and it works great in the kitchen to spice up your dishes with a warm and peppery flavor. Turmeric is known for it’s strong anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It’s been used for centuries to naturally treat…