The world is heating up, our oceans are filling with plastic, and our atmosphere is being infected by toxic pollutants from wildfires, unsustainable agricultural practices, and the overuse of fossil fuels. If we don’t do something to remedy these issues now, then we are in …
I built my first worm bin a few months ago, put in some habitat, introduced a pound of red wigglers into it, fed them some table scraps, and then sat back to watch the magic happen. Fast forward three months and what became of my …
Coconut coir or, “Coco coir”, is a very versatile resource that is harvested from a fibrous layer underneath the exterior shell of the coconut. Since coconut growers consider it a waste product, its utilization is highly sustainable. You may have heard of coco coir being …
Your intentions were good, you bought some healthy produce to start making salads with, but one thing led to another and you kind of forgot about it. Fast forward a week or two and you notice you have some tomatoes that have been sitting in …
If you’re like many others, you might mow your lawn, dump your grass clippings into leaf & lawn bags, and set them on the curb to be taken away by the city. But did you know that they are actually a very valuable resource? Today, …
Growing a garden can be a lot of fun but it also comes with many challenges. Though dealing with rabbits, skunks, mites, and aphids can be a real headache, today we are going to talk about another garden invader; Anthracnose. Let’s talk about how to …
In this article, you will learn how to build a self-watering planter with a recycled plastic bottle. This is a very simple and very inexpensive agricultural activity, and is a great educational experience for kids! This project is also a great opportunity to recycle and …
Vermicomposting Recap In a few words, vermicomposting is the process of using worms to efficiently turn organic matter into nutrient-rich compost. Red Wigglers are the composting worms of choice when it comes to this endeavor. A few weeks ago, I posted an article about how …
In this article, you will learn how to make money selling hanging plants. From seed to sale, you will learn everything you need to know about this profitable endeavor right here! When done correctly, these beautiful hanging pieces of art can net you a nice …
Want to learn how to build a composting worm farm? You’ve come to the right place! But first, why Compost? Pollution…Climate change…These issues have long been ignored and swept under the rug. It seems things are changing though as the global warming debate has taken …