Is Raising Goats for Milk Worth It? Costs, Yields, and ROI
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Is Raising Goats for Milk Worth It? Costs, Yields, and ROI

When we first thought about raising goats for milk, we had no idea how many factors would play into the actual cost and return. It’s easy to get caught up in the idea of fresh milk every morning, but the numbers behind it are a different story. Between buying goats, setting up shelter, and keeping…

How to Start Composting at Home: Step-by-Step Guide
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How to Start Composting at Home: Step-by-Step Guide

Starting a compost pile at home is one of those projects we’ve all thought about, but maybe put off because it seems tricky or messy. The truth is, it’s a lot easier than it sounds, and it’s actually pretty satisfying to see kitchen scraps and yard waste turn into something useful for our gardens. Plus,…

Companion Planting for Onions: What Grows Well (and What to Avoid)

Companion Planting for Onions: What Grows Well (and What to Avoid)

When we grow onions in our gardens, we want them to thrive and taste great. One trick that makes a big difference is companion planting. Basically, this means putting certain plants together so they help each other out. Onions have a bunch of good neighbors that can keep pests away, use space well, and even…

Foraging in Oregon: Berries, Mushrooms, and Coastal Edibles
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Foraging in Oregon: Berries, Mushrooms, and Coastal Edibles

Foraging Oregon is something we look forward to every year. There’s a real thrill in wandering through forests, poking around the coastline, and seeing what wild foods we can find. From sweet berries to mushrooms tucked under fir trees, and even edible seaweed at low tide, it feels like Oregon’s outdoors is always serving up…

Foraging in Wisconsin: Berries, Nuts, and Late-Summer Wild Harvests
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Foraging in Wisconsin: Berries, Nuts, and Late-Summer Wild Harvests

Every late summer, we find ourselves drawn outside, baskets in hand, looking for what’s ripe and ready in Wisconsin’s wild spaces. Foraging Wisconsin isn’t just about getting free food—it’s a way for us to slow down, learn from nature, and maybe even fill our freezer for the months ahead. Whether we’re picking berries along a…

April Preserving Guide: Spring Vegetables and Fruit Tips
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April Preserving Guide: Spring Vegetables and Fruit Tips

April is a busy month for anyone who likes to eat with the seasons or preserve food at home. We see the first real wave of spring vegetables and some early fruits showing up at farmers’ markets and in gardens. Sometimes it feels like everything is ready at once, and figuring out how to keep…

December Canning and Preserving: Stocking Your Pantry for Winter
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December Canning and Preserving: Stocking Your Pantry for Winter

As the days get shorter and the weather turns colder, we often think of summer as the prime time for canning. But what if we told you that December can be a fantastic month for stocking your pantry? We can explore new recipes, use up those last bits of seasonal produce, and get a head…

Is Growing Garlic Profitable? Cost, Yield, and Storage Tips
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Is Growing Garlic Profitable? Cost, Yield, and Storage Tips

We’ve been looking into whether growing garlic can actually be a profitable venture. It seems like a lot of people are interested in it, and we wanted to break down what goes into it. From the initial costs of getting started to how you actually sell your harvest, there’s a lot to consider. We’ll walk…

June Preserving Guide: Tomatoes, Cucumbers, and Summer Bounty
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June Preserving Guide: Tomatoes, Cucumbers, and Summer Bounty

June is such a fantastic time for us in the garden. Everything is really starting to take off, and we’re seeing the first real wave of produce. This is the perfect moment to think about how we can enjoy these flavors long after the summer sun fades. We’ve put together this june preserving guide to…