The name kohlrabi is a German term meaning cabbage turnip (Kohl = cabbage and Rabi = turnip). Aptly named, kohlrabi…
“Through one simple, little act, we can cultivate a world that is more diverse, unified, and collaborative, and less divided…
There are few things that feel better than a nice warm shower. Showers are a place where we can be…
The homes that we live in are the epitome of industrial pillage of the earth. Massive amounts of cheaply built…
Radishes (Raphanus sativus), with their zingy flavor and firm texture, are a vegetable I have grown to love. This member…
Chances are that you have probably heard of the importance of conserving water. Dozens of governmental and non-governmental organizations have…
In an effort to cut down on waste, a common practice has been to re-use water bottles. While some people…
Plants may possess more complex senses than previously thought, according to a new study led by the University of Western…
I started my permaculture journey in Central America. I was introduced to the term in Nicaragua. I spent time with…
One of the defining aspects of indigenous cultures around their world is their connection to specific territories where they have…
As ever larger portions of our world’s population move into cities, the growth of these cities and the resources they…
Celtuce goes by many different names including Stem Lettuce, Chinese Lettuce, and Asparagus Lettuce. Celtuce (Lactuca sativa var. augustana, angustata,…
Where We Stand Without Soil Everything begins and ends with the soil. Unfortunately, close to 70% of it has been…
Air pollution has become a very controversial and urgent topic in the past few decades. What we know now is…
In the last couple of decades, the local food movement has gone from a fringe movement to a major player…