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In Depth

Take a deeper dive into topics such as organic gardening, organic farming, tending your microbial garden (microbiome), soil health, and more.

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Our food philosophy

Our 14-point food philosophy may help you live a better, healthier life filled with delicious foods and people you love.

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Why we’re changing — and we hope you’ll come with us

Who we are, where we’ve been, and why we’re changing.

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Life, death, immortality, and the future – a chat with ChatGPT

A conversation with ChatGPT about life, death, the value and application of truth, chasing immortality, and the pros and cons of artificial intelligence.

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All about bird flu / avian influenza with Dr. Maurice Pitesky

If you raise poultry and want insights into bird flu / avian influenza, check out this must-read expert interview with Dr. Maurice Pitesky!

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Why and how I’d like to celebrate Christmas

Reflections on the rituals and traditions we want to adopt or develop in order to make Christmas meaningful and valuable to our family.

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Reflections on our place in the food system and beyond

Reflections on our food system and beyond from people with a unique perspective (foragers, gardeners, science & technology enthusiasts).

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This is your brain. This is your brain on ducks. Any questions?

What can ducks teach you about human brains, civilization, and how to function better within an increasingly politically polarized landscape?

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Antique cast iron pans: how to get the best cookware ever made for under $20

Antique cast iron pans put modern cookware to shame. Discover how to find, restore, maintain, and cook with the best cookware ever made!

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What do ladybug larvae look like?

What do ladybug larvae look like? Or ladybug eggs? Find out to make sure you never accidentally kill these beneficial, predatory insects in your garden.

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5 ways to stop your cat from killing birds and other wildlife

We love cats AND we love wildlife. If you want to stop your cat from killing birds and other wildlife like we have, here are the top 5 things you can do today!

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10 tips to reduce pollution from your yard: expert interview!

Want to reduce pollution from your yard? We asked the experts at Greenville County Soil & Water Conservation District to share proven tips you can use to make your yard safer and cleaner — and help reduce local water pollution in the process. Come find out how! 

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Every week is pollinator week! Here are 3 ways you can save the bees…

Make every week pollinator week! Here are three simple things you can do right now to help save the bees and native pollinators in your area.

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How Michael Pollan’s latest book changed my mind about psychedelics

Michael Pollan’s latest book, How to Change Your Mind, changed my mind about psychedelics and their potential to improve and heal human beings. For that, my wife and I are forever grateful.

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How to avoid getting sick (and feel better)

I’ve successfully used these 10 practical approaches and tips to completely avoid getting sick for well over a decade. You can use them too.

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5 Organic Farming Facts You Should Know

These 5 organic farming facts might surprise you… and change what you put on your plate. We’re plant and science geeks who spend far more of our time than the average person getting our hands in the soil and reading research literature on food systems and farming practices. As such, we often cringe when we…

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    • Our goose book
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      • Gardening – getting started
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      • Gardening – native edibles
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      • Gardening – rare edibles
      • Gardening – tools & resources
      • Gardening – weed control
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      • Spring – seasonal gardening
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      • Winter – seasonal gardening
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      • Gardening – plants by type: fruits
      • Gardening – plants by type: nuts & starches
      • Gardening – plants by type: edible flowers
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      • Gardening – plants by type: herbs
      • Gardening – plants by type: tea
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