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…

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…

Foraging in Florida: Tropical Fruits, Mushrooms, and Wild Greens
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Foraging in Florida: Tropical Fruits, Mushrooms, and Wild Greens

We’ve always been drawn to the idea of finding our own food, a connection to something older and more real. Florida, with its warm weather and unique landscapes, offers a surprising bounty if you know where to look. From sweet berries to earthy mushrooms and tender greens, there’s a whole world of edible wild plants…

Foraging in Colorado: High-Altitude Edibles and Medicinal Plants
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Foraging in Colorado: High-Altitude Edibles and Medicinal Plants

We’re excited to share our journey into the world of foraging in Colorado. The mountains offer so much, from tasty wild greens to plants that can help us feel better. We’ve been learning how to find and identify these natural gifts, and we want to bring you along. It’s a great way to connect with…

Best Companion Plants for Carrots: Boost Growth and Repel Pests
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Best Companion Plants for Carrots: Boost Growth and Repel Pests

Growing carrots can be a bit tricky, especially when it comes to getting them to sprout and keeping them safe from pests. But we’ve found that planting certain other things nearby really helps. It’s all about picking the right carrot companion plants. These buddies can help with everything from keeping bugs away to making sure…

Zone 5 Late Fall Planting: Root Vegetables and Overwintering Crops
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Zone 5 Late Fall Planting: Root Vegetables and Overwintering Crops

We’re getting ready to talk about planting in Zone 5 as fall really settles in. It might seem a bit late, but we can actually plant a lot of great things right now that will either give us a late harvest or set us up for an early spring bounty. Think root vegetables that can…

July Canning Calendar: Peak Summer Fruits and Vegetables
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July Canning Calendar: Peak Summer Fruits and Vegetables

July is a fantastic month for anyone who loves to preserve food. The gardens and local markets are bursting with so much goodness, it’s almost overwhelming! We’ve put together a little guide to help you make the most of the bounty with our July canning calendar. Think juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and all sorts of…