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Author: Susan von Frank

Susan is a graphic designer, organic no-dig gardener, plant geek, heritage breed duck mom, and co-author of The Impractical Guide to Raising Ducks: How to joyously produce the world's most expensive eggs from the world's most adorable animals, available in paperback and ebook on Amazon. Susan earned a B.A. in Biology from College of Charleston, worked as an ACSM certified personal trainer, and as a research assistant in addiction psychiatry at Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC). She puts her strong technical research background to work for Tyrant Farms (on the blog and in the gardens). Foraging, cooking, fermentation, and mixology round out her other interests. In addition to their collaboration on Tyrant Farms, Susan and her husband Aaron are cofounders of GrowJourney.com, a USDA certified organic seed & gardening education company. She's also a proud momma to an amazing wild child.
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What’s the easiest way to zest citrus?

Don’t throw away your citrus skins! We’ll show you the easiest way to zest citrus, plus 10 ways you can turn your zest into culinary magic.

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Week 40 pregnancy update: symphysis pubis dysfunction (SPD) & nursery completion

Week 40 pregnancy update: symphysis pubis dysfunction (SPD) & nursery completion

Our last pregnancy update, pre-birth. Dealing with symphysis pubis dysfunction (SPD), plus nesting and nursery prep as we get ready for parenthood. Includes DIY how-to instructions on painting baby nursery walls with a mountain motif.

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Video: How to clean a Laguna Max-Flo pump in your backyard pond

A helpful article + instructional video for backyard pond owners and duck parents showing you exactly how to disassemble and clean your Laguna MAX-FLO waterfall & filter pump. 

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Duck parent gift guide

Need gift ideas for someone who loves ducks? Our duck lovers’ gift guide will help you find a perfect gift for the quackaholic in your life!

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The complete foraging and wildcrafting gift guide

Our foraging & wildcrafting gift guide has dozens of gift ideas to help you find the perfect gift in any price range!

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Ultimate gift guide for home chefs and anyone who loves to cook or bake

The ultimate home chef gift guide with awesome gift ideas for people who love cooking, baking, mixology, and making the world taste better!

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The Ultimate Gardening Gift Guide (for any budget)

Looking for the perfect gardening gift? Check out our gardening gift guide with dozens of gift ideas for any budget!

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Recipe: Cast iron pan-roasted chestnuts on a stovetop

If you have homegrown or store bought chestnuts, the first recipe you need to master is roasted chestnuts. Here’s a simple pan-roasted chestnut recipe you can make on your stovetop in a cast iron skillet (or regular pan). 

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Recipe: Fresh guava and Meyer lemon ice cream

A simple guava ice cream recipe made with fresh guavas, Meyer lemon, duck (or chicken) eggs, and grass milk. Perfect recipe for any home ice cream maker!

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Fall harvest coffee cake with apples and pumpkins

You’ll love this fall harvest coffee cake with apples and pumpkins served as a delicious seasonal breakfast on a cool late summer or fall morning!

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Recipe: Heirloom watermelon gazpacho

Watermelon gazpacho is the ultimate summer soup. Served cold, it’s delicious, hydrating, and packed with nutrition. It can also be made in 5-10 minutes!

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Pregnancy update, Week 23: Marginal cord insertion, back pain, and more

A 23 week pregnancy update including marginal cord insertion, medical tests, and choices we’ve made at this point in our pregnancy.

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Healthy summer breakfast bread with whole wheat flour, zucchini, and fresh berries 

This delicious and healthy summer breakfast bread — made with fresh seasonal berries and zucchini — is the perfect way to start a summer day off right!

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Announcement: we’re having a baby…

We’re making way for a new addition at Tyrant Farms… a baby boy! Follow along on the journey if you’d like to learn what we learn as we go.

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The fascinating history of Welsh Harlequin ducks

Find out about the fascinating history of Welsh Harlequin ducks, a remarkable heritage breed revered for their personalities, beauty, and egg production.

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