March 25, 2013
by Allison
Comments Off on Azure Standard- new chicken feed
Azure standard is now offering a new brand of chicken feed, and my girls love it. The price is much better than our previous product from Coyote Creek Farm (still a great product) and appears to produce equally great eggs. Azure … Continue reading
March 25, 2013
by Allison
Comments Off on How To Store Fresh Eggs
This article covers a wide range of storage methods. Looks like my fridge is still my friend after all.- Allison The very best way weve found to stash eggs away for long-term storage is in a sealed container at a … Continue reading
December 1, 2012
by Allison
Comments Off on 5 Things You Didnt Know About Buying Eggs | In Your Pantry – Yahoo! Shine
2. Take the “sell-by” date with a grain of salt. In short, a carton may be up to two months old by the end of the sell-by date. Even so, according to the USDA, eggs are still fit for consumption … Continue reading
October 26, 2012
by Allison
Comments Off on Going Organic: Whats The Payoff?
Going Organic:Whats the payoff? October 2012Charles Benbrook is a research professor at Washington State Universitys Center for Sustaining Agriculture and Natural Resources in Pullman. He has served as executive director of the Board on Agriculture of the National Academy … Continue reading
August 31, 2012
by Allison
Comments Off on Three Ways to Preserve Basil
Three Ways to Preserve Basil by Fern on September 21, 2009 In general basil is probably one of the easiest herbs to grow in a container, and gives you a lot of bang for your buck. In fact, you may … Continue reading
July 21, 2012
by Allison
Comments Off on Seeds of Deception: How To Avoid GM Foods | Care2 Healthy Living
Genetically Modified foods are finding their way in increasing numbers into the marketplace. Find out how to avoid them here: 1. Currently, the major genetically engineered crops are soy, cotton, canola and corn. Other modified crops include some U.S. zucchini … Continue reading
July 19, 2012
by Allison
Comments Off on 5 Easy to Grow Mosquito-Repelling Plants | Eartheasy Blog
Here are five of the most effective mosquito repelling plants which are easy to grow in most regions of the US: 1. Citronella Citronella is the most common natural ingredient used in formulating mosquito repellents. The distinctive citronella aroma is … Continue reading
July 18, 2012
by Allison
Comments Off on Let the composting begin…
Our first bucket of compost from a spaghetti squash spaghetti and eggplant meatball dinner. No carbs for us and lots of fuel for the garden. I am eager to begin using our new compost bin.
July 16, 2012
by Allison
Comments Off on Planting guide: There’s a bountiful harvest for fall – Houston Chronicle
Fall brings out the best in vegetables. Prolonged periods of mild temperatures bring high-quality produce, says extension horticulturist Tom LeRoy. Thing is, we must start now — or at least get beds ready for September planting.Tomatoes are planted in July … Continue reading
July 16, 2012
by Allison
Comments Off on Going Local: Preserving Sweet Bell Peppers
Preserving Sweet Bell Peppers The markets and our gardens are now filled with beautiful sweet bell peppers. While theyre readily available in such quantity, take a few minutes to preserve some for cold weather use. My favorite way to preserve … Continue reading
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