Since many of us at Seed Savers Exchange consider Cary Fowler to be one of the “family”—he has been on the SSE board and has advised us and spoken at our Campouts—I thought he’d be the best resource to help us understand what Svalbard is and isn’t.
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John Chapman, a.k.a. Johnny Appleseed—the legendary character of somewhat skewed Disney lore—was a real figure whose story has captivated generations.
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Many homeowners, especially in arid climates, use more than half their household’s water on landscaping, so the biggest water savings can be made here. Here are some ways to cut down on water use in the garden.
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Jeff Quattrone is a photographer, graphic designer, blogger, and self-published author. He founded the Library Seed Bank in 2013.
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For decades, Jerome has stewarded a mustard green that’s been in his family for over a century. He and his aunt have grown the Feaster Family Heirloom since his mother, Gladys Abraham Feaster, passed away in 1989.
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Grinding corn for grits is a great way to start your day. Eating grits for breakfast is simple, inexpensive, and versatile! Whether you take your grits sweet, with honey and milk, or savory with cheese and roasted alliums, the simplicity of this comforting dish will have you reaching for your grain mill in addition to your coffee grinder in the mornings.
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