Mint NMore

When you buy a bunch of carrots from a neighbor who grew them five miles away, something quietly remarkable happens. Money stays in Marion County. A farmer's livelihood gets a little more stable. You get food that was in the ground last week. And somewhere in the exchange, a small thread of community trust gets a little stronger. That's the promise of a local food system — and it's not just a feel-good story. Researchers, public health officials, and community planners across the country have...

Glyphosate is in the news again prompting us to ask what kind of agriculture systems do we want?

Choosing the right seeds is the foundation of organic and regenerative gardening. Understand the differences between heirloom, open-pollinated, hybrid, and organic seeds, how USDA hardiness zones affect success, and why plant diversity supports soil health, nutrition, and resilient food systems in home gardens.