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Want the scoop on the latest gardening tips – both indoors and out — as well as in-depth news and articles on issues important to organic growers and everyone else interested in a healthy, earth-conscious life style? Here’s where to dig up the details on everything from how to garden and design ideas to heirlooms and safe, natural lawn care.
Healthy Recipes
put your home-grown veggies to use
Video Channel
time-tested tips to keep you growing
Rainwater Harvesting
How to reduce water use, save money and fight drought by harvesting and collecting rainwater.
Brussels Sprouts Recipes
Steamed, braised and roasted, Brussels sprouts -- those wonderful miniature cabbages -- are a healthy favorite.
The Truth Behind Food Labeling
There’s a movement to make organic and natural food labels mean something.
Canning Tomatoes
You can’t safely tell by looking — or tasting — to see if your tomatoes are acidic enough for safe water bath canning.
Shopping, Eating Local
Your friendly Planet Natural blogger goes on most every year about the value of supporting local business.
Community
Local Governments Seek To Ban Pesticides, Herbicides
Cities, counties and states take on dangerous pesticides. Why doesn't Congress take a hint?
Growing the Most Cost-Effective Vegetables
Plant these backyard vegetable crops to save money, eat well.
Tide Turning Against Harmful Chemicals
Pesticides singled out as dangerous, especially to mothers and children.
Environment
War Against Bee Science
Scientist investigating neonicotinoid pesticides and pollinators accuses USDA of intimidation.
Food Safety
Bayer and Monsanto Tie the Knot
Global seed and chemical giants merge in effort to control markets, world opinion on pesticides and GMOs.
New Labeling on Seaweed Fertilizer Explained
Gardeners have been using kelp extracts for years, but now the EPA is requiring new labeling on the growth amendment.
Reality Check: Campbell's Supports GMO Labeling
Has the Campbell Soup Company switched sides on genetically modified ingredients? Not completely.
Holidays
Resolution for the New Year: Grow More Vegetables
Consider the space you have for growing vegetables then raise all you can.
Keeping Amaryllis Year Round
Receive this winter flowering beauty as a holiday gift? Here's all you need to know about amaryllis care.
Recipes
Brussels Sprouts Recipes
Steamed, braised and roasted these little cabbages are a healthy favorite in recipes.
Fava Bean Recipes
Fava beans are great in casseroles and salads. Here's how to cook them, fresh or dried.
Beet Recipes
Beets give us delicious, nutritious greens and delectable roots. Here's recipes for both.
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