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Genetically Modified Foods: From Test Tube to Table

by Marye Audet

Many people are not convinced of the safety of genetic modification of foods. Some believe that the GMOs pose potential risks to the environment, human health, and even the economy. Since the agri-business community does have rather a long history of pursuing the almighty dollar over the welfare of the nation it is hard to believe that they are pursuing GMOs out of a concern for humanity. published 2 months ago

4 comments    health technology food

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Portable Garden Cloche

by Marye Audet

While glass cloches are a charming addition to any garden there are other, less expensive ways to accomplish the same thing. Empty gallon milk cartons, two liter soda bottles, and even chipped Mason jars can find a second life as a garden cloche. published 3 months ago

1 comment    home how to nature

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5 Ways To Use A Green Tomato

by Marye Audet

Long ago when everyone raised their own food there were a multitude of recipes for using up the very last vegetables in the garden before frost. When frost was looming grandmother would pick the tomatoes... published 10 months ago

6 comments    food garden vegetables

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How to Farm in the City; Urban Homesteading

by Marye Audet

Sustainable living is big news these days as we see more and more items that have been recalled. The safety of our food is questionable and many people are opting for growing their own. It is easy enough if you live in the country on acreage but can you do it in the city? The answer may surprise you. published 11 months ago

7 comments    home vegetables city

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Heirloom Vegetables and Fruits in the Home Garden

by Marye Audet

Put simply, heirloom vegetables are the types of vegetables that our ancestors grew for centuries. During those centuries the vegetables, and fruits for that matter, adapted to their environments becoming... published 11 months ago

5 comments    food gardening garden

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Sustainable Organic Garden Design

by Marye Audet

There is alot of talk on the Internet this summer about buying local food, ONLY local food as much as possible, because it is good for the environment. When you buy locally you are supporting in small farms,... published 11 months ago

5 comments    home environment gardening

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