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Grow your best garlic ever with farmer Kristin Graves! Kristin will tell us about planting, growing and harvesting garlic and will share tips to help us produce abundant harvests of this pungent allium.
She also talks about using garlic to create value-added products, how to properly dry and cure garlic, black garlic cheesecake, The Garlic Goddess and so much more!
Kristin Graves is a fifth-generation farmer in Alberta, Canada and the author of The Garlic Companion. In addition to her vegetable CSA, she focuses on growing fresh garlic for local markets and creating value-added products to ship across Canada.
Learn more about her work at www.fifthgengardens.ca
Kristin's new book The Garlic Companion is now available everywhere books are sold and on Amazon at: https://www.amazon.com/Garlic-Companion-Recipes-Preservation-Techniques/dp/1635866863
Follow Kristin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fifthgengardens
Before the interview Bevin talks about teaching at the Seed Savers Exchange virtual seed school. Learn more about Seed Savers Exchange: https://seedsavers.org/
Thank you to all of our recent Patreon subscribers.. we appreciate you! Thank you for supporting the show!
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Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show
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A special bonus episode of Seeds & Weeds!
From 2021-2024, our friends at Hobby Farms hosted the Growing Good Podcast, a program about small-scale, sustainable farming. Bevin was a guest on the show in 2022 to talk about his book, The Complete Guide to Seed & Nut Oils.
Unfortunately, Hobby Farm as decided to discontinue the show, but generously gave us permission to rebroadcast Bevin's episode here on Seeds & Weeds!
Please enjoy this encore episode of Growing Good. Host Lisa Munniksma talks with Bevin about the early days of Small House Farm, his book Seed & Nut Oils, seed libraries and some of the lessons that Bevin has learned along the way.
You can get a copy of Bevin's book The Complete Guide to Seed & Nut Oils at
https://www.smallhousefarm.com/product-category/books/
Check more episodes of Growing Good at https://www.hobbyfarms.com/podcasts/
Thank you to all of our recent Patreon subscribers.. we appreciate you! Thank you for supporting the show!
Remember, you can always support our podcast by joining our Patreon for as little as $3/month at www.patreon.com/smallhousefarm
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www.seedsandweedspodcast.comSupport the show
The Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America’s top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog.
Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show
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Grow and harvest fragrant lavender for the kitchen and apothecary!
Author, chef, and lavender farmer Terry Vesci joins us to talk about her new book The Lavender Companion. We'll learn how to grow and harvest lavender, the best cultivars for culinary and medicinal uses and some of Terry's favorite ways to use lavender. She'll also share some tips to help us overwinter our lavender plants!
Terry Vesci is the co-owner of Pine Creek Canyon Lavender Farm in Pine, Arizona, which welcomes thousands of visitors each year and includes a successful online business. Vesci leads the Pine Creek Canyon Lavender Farm Cooking and Baking School, where she teaches hands-on classes about cooking with lavender.
Learn more about Terry and Pine Creek Canyon Lavender Farm:
https://www.pinelavenderfarm.com
Order a copy of The Lavender Companion:
https://www.amazon.com/Lavender-Companion-Flavor-Benefits-Classic/dp/1635866847
Before the interview Bevin share some thoughts on the changing seasons, mindfulness and the importance of enjoying the moment.
We've been busy cleaning and packing seeds! New varieties of rare and heirloom veggies, herbs and flowers are now available in our online seed store.. check it out! https://www.smallhousefarm.com/seed-collection/
Thank you to all of our recent Patreon subscribers.. we appreciate you! Thank you for supporting the show!
Remember, you can always support our podcast by joining our Patreon for as little as $3/month at www.patreon.com/smallhousefarm
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www.seedsandweedspodcast.comSupport the show
The Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America’s top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog.
Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show
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Let's dig into the wild world of fungi to explore the magic of mushrooms. We'll talk about growing and harvesting mushrooms and using the mushrooms as both food and medicine - plus recipes for double mushroom extract and delicious shiitake duxelles. This is a mushroom laced episode of Seeds & Weeds!
Learn how to grow shiitake mushrooms on logs!
Video 1: https://youtu.be/wh6PeZDriNU?si=yUwWQqLY3DUX7E6E
Video 2: https://youtu.be/Xr5UzHWQusM?si=qlSj780YmRajCjx6
Listen to our interview with Erin Hamilton from The Mushroom Conservatory:
https://seedsandweedspodcast.com/erin-hamilton-mushroom-conservatory/
Grow your own oyster mushrooms with Erin's kit!
https://themushroomconservatory.com/
Learn more about Terra Madre and Slow Food:
https://www.slowfood.com/
Shop for Small House Shiitake Tincture:
https://www.smallhousefarm.com/product/shiitake-tincture/
Use coupon code 'thanks15' to get 15% off your purchase!
Enjoy more recipes like shiitake duxelles with Bevin's book The Heritage Pantry:
https://www.smallhousefarm.com/product/the-heritage-pantry/
Thank you to all of our recent Patreon subscribers.. we appreciate you! Thank you for supporting the show!
Remember, you can always support our podcast by joining our Patreon for as little as $3/month at www.patreon.com/smallhousefarm
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www.seedsandweedspodcast.comSupport the show
The Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America’s top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog.
Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show
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Which came first - beer or bread? Let's explore fermentation, the history of food, and the work of Dr. Julia Skinner.
Julia Skinner is a food historian, educator and founder of Roots, a fermentation and food history company that bridges the gap between modern people and historic food. Dr. Skinner holds a PhD in Library and Information Science and is the only historian or food writer in the US to win two 40 under 40 awards in one year. Julia is joining us on the show today to talk about her fermented life.
We're talking about Julia's book, Our Fermented Lives; A History of How Fermented Foods Have Shaped Cultures & Communities. We'll also dig into her latest projects, The Culinary Curiosity School and The Fermentation Oracle. Bevin draws a card from the oracle.. and you won't believe what happens!
Connect with Julia:
https://juliacskinner.com/
Learn more about Root:
https://root-kitchens.com/
The Culinary Curiosity School:
https://culinarycuriosityschool.com/
Order your copy of Our Fermented Lives:
https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/julia-skinner/our-fermented-lives/9781635863833/
Order The Fermentation Oracle:
https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/julia-skinner/the-fermentation-oracle/9781635868326/
Join our Patreon community to support the program and enjoy incredible perks like seasonal herb boxes, exclusive episodes of the podcast, access to our herb co-op and so much more!
You can support the Seeds & Weeds Podcast by joining our Patreon community for as little as $3/month!Check it out and sign up at https://www.patreon.com/smallhousefarm
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www.seedsandweedspodcast.comSupport the show
The Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America’s top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog.
Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show
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Let's get wild! Herbalist Megan Edge joins us to talk about foraging, ethical harvesting, working with invasive plants, wild lettuce, medicinal mushrooms and so much more!
Megan Edge comes from a long line of foragers and, having foraged across Canada in both wild and urban settings, she has a wealth of experience to share. A generational forager, Megan has ethically harvested from the forest since a child and now, through her shop, Beyond the Garden Gate, she shares Mother Nature’s healing bounty with her herbal teas, salves and tinctures.
Learn more about Megan's work at www.meganedge.ca
Shop Megan's line of herbal products: www.beyondthegardengate.ca
Download two FREE e-books written by Megan:
10 Easy to Grow Culinary and Medicinal Herbs for Your Garden
10 Easy to Grow Culinary and Medicinal Flowers for Your Garden
Follow the link and when prompted, use the password gardengate to access and download both books; http://www.beyondthegardengate.ca/ebooks.html
If you'd like to learn even more about using herbs to craft medicinal teas, tinctures and oils, check out Bevin's award-winning book, The Artisan Herbalist at https://www.smallhousefarm.com/product-category/books/Join our Patreon community to support the program and enjoy incredible perks like seasonal herb boxes, exclusive episodes of the podcast, access to our herb co-op and so much more!
You can support the Seeds & Weeds Podcast by joining our Patreon community for as little as $3/month!Check it out and sign up at https://www.patreon.com/smallhousefarm
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www.seedsandweedspodcast.comSupport the show
The Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America’s top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog.
Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show
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We've got tomatoes on our mind! Bevin shares a story of Thane Earle, famed Wisconsin seed saver most well known for introducing the world to the Amish Paste tomato!
Hear about Thane's incredible collection of seeds; more than 1000 varieties of tomatoes and hundreds of beans! We dig into the history of the classic Amish Paste tomato and meet other dedicated seed savers including Lee Stoltzfus from the Landis Valley Museum in Pennsylvania and Tom Hauch, founder of Heirloom Seeds.
Bevin was recently a guest on Wisconsin Public Radio's Morning Show with Kate Archer Kent. We've included the entire interview in this episode of the podcast! Bevin and Kate discuss Thane Earle's legacy, seed saving, the Michigan Seed Library Network and much more! Thanks to WPR for allowing us to share this conversation!
To wrap up the episode, Bevin shares some info about oregano - how to grow, harvest and use this pungent and wonderful herb.
You can support the Seeds & Weeds Podcast by joining our Patreon community for as little as $3/month!Check it out and sign up at https://www.patreon.com/smallhousefarm
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www.seedsandweedspodcast.comSupport the show
The Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America’s top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog.
Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show
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Want to make your own Vitamin A oil from homegrown carrots? Learn how to do it, plus so much more, from Zehra Murthy, UCSF scientist and owner of Belfiore Herbal!
Let's take a deep dive in homegrown botanicals, working with hydrosols and the science of skincare. Zehra Murthy is a scientist at University of California where she’s spent the last 40 years studying cellular and molecular biology and she’s applied that knowledge to the creation of Belfiore Herbal, a line if botanical skin care products crafted with herbs grown right on the farm!
Learn more about Zehra's work and her line of botanical products at https://belfioreherbal.com/
Before the interview Bevin unpacks his busy summer schedule. If you can, make plans to join him at some amazing events including:
Michigan Master Gardeners Conference
https://www.canr.msu.edu/master_gardener_volunteer_program/master_gardener_conference/
National Heirloom Expo
https://www.rareseeds.com/national-heirloom-expo
Ohio Paw Paw Festival
https://ohiopawpawfest.com/
Terra Madre
https://2024.terramadresalonedelgusto.com/en/
You can find a full listing of Bevin's events at
https://www.smallhousefarm.com/calendar-of-small-house-events/
You can support the Seeds & Weeds Podcast by joining our Patreon community for as little as $3/month!Check it out and sign up at https://www.patreon.com/smallhousefarm
Connect with us!
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www.seedsandweedspodcast.comSupport the show
The Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America’s top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog.
Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show
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You've harvested some amazing produce from your garden - Now what? Author and TikTok sensation Sarah Thrush joins us to talk about canning, food preservation and her new book, Preserving With A Purpose. Sarah is a third generation canner and and expert in home food preservation. She shares some tips and tricks to help us succeed with our canning projects as well as some of her favorite recipes!
Sarah Thrush is known for her passion for canning and preserving food. She shares her knowledge and experience on food preservation through her posts, videos and recipes in TikTok and YouTube. She started her journey as a canner when she was only 8 years old when she learned how to can and preserve food from her grandmothers and mother.
Connect with Sarah at:
https://www.tiktok.com/@peeliesnpetals
https://www.youtube.com/@PeeliesNPetals
Before the interview Bevin talks about his new food preservation book, The Heritage Pantry. Learn how to can, dehydrate, smoke, salt and ferment your foods with this new guide: https://www.smallhousefarm.com/product/the-heritage-pantry/
We're also excited to share that our first Bleu de Provence tomatoes are starting to ripen! This is a very special tomato from southern France - and its beautiful too; bright pink fruits with dark blue shoulders. We're looking forward to to having seeds to offer to everyone interested. You can keep an eye on our seed store at: https://www.smallhousefarm.com/seed-collection/
You can support the Seeds & Weeds Podcast by joining our Patreon community for as little as $3/month!Check it out and sign up at https://www.patreon.com/smallhousefarm
Connect with us!
Join our special Seeds & Weeds Facebook Community!IG: @small_house_farm
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www.seedsandweedspodcast.comSupport the show
The Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America’s top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog.
Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show
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Hydrosols are aromatic waters produced by steam distillation of botanicals. Learn about these unique herbal products, the distillation process, and more with clinical aromatherapist Liz Fulcher. Liz also shares her Top 5 hydrosols and how to use them!
Liz Fulcher brings over 33 years of essential oil experience, research, and education to her work as a clinical aromatherapist, educator, podcast host, and distiller.
Since 1997 Liz has been teaching and making it easy for others to safely and effectively use essential oils and hydrosols. In 2010 she founded the Aromatic Wisdom Institute where she offers online training on essential oils and hydrosols as well as an Aromatherapy Certification Program.
Learn more about Liz's work at https://aromaticwisdominstitute.com/
Listen to her podcast: https://www.aromaticwisdompodcast.com/
Listen to Bevin's conversation with aromatherapist Amy Anthony at https://seedsandweedspodcast.com/amy-anthony-nyc-aromatica-top5-essential-oils/
After the interview, Bevin explores the many uses of mint, in the kitchen and the apothecary. He shares a bit of herbal history and gardening tips to help you make the most of your mint harvest!
You can learn more about mint in Bevin's award-winning book, The Artisan Herbalist. It's available at https://www.smallhousefarm.com/product-category/books/
You can support the Seeds & Weeds Podcast by joining our Patreon community for as little as $3/month!Check it out and sign up at https://www.patreon.com/smallhousefarm
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www.seedsandweedspodcast.comSupport the show
The Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America’s top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog.
Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show
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Garden to glass beverages can bring joy and relaxation into your life. Learn how to make seasonal botanical cocktails (and mocktails) with author and herbalist Tenae Stewart!
Tenae Stewart is a certified astrologer and spiritual coach. She is on a mission to embody simplicity in daily rituals and self-care practices, as these can be such supportive tools in our busy, modern world. Her work empowers others to create rituals and to connect with the earth in ways that fit effortlessly into their real lives. Today, Tenae is joining us on the show to talk about her new book Botanical Cocktails.
We’ll talk about crafting delicious cocktails from seasonal herbs, why working in tune with the seasons is important, the value of mindfulness and much, much more! Tenae even shares some of her favorite recipes with us!
Learn more about Tenae's work at https://witchoflupinehollow.com/
Order your copy of Botanical Cocktails: 50 Garden to Glass Beverages for Every Season at https://www.amazon.com/Botanical-Cocktails-Garden-Glass-Beverages/dp/1510778128
Before the interview Bevin talks about his recent trip to the Modern Homesteading Conference in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. It was a super fun event and very well attended! Learn more about the conference and make plans to join us in 2025 at https://modernhomesteading.com/
While in Coeur d'Alene, Bevin visited two fantastic restaurants!
Vine & Olive: https://www.vineandolivecda.com/
Vicino Pizza: https://www.vicinopizza.com/
You can support the Seeds & Weeds Podcast by joining our Patreon community for as little as $3/month!Check it out and sign up at https://www.patreon.com/smallhousefarm
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www.seedsandweedspodcast.comSupport the show
The Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America’s top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog.
Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show
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Grow your best garden with seeds adapted to your climate, your soil and your culture. Dr. Matthew Kost talks about the benefits of growing regionally adapted seeds; why these seeds are so important, how to develop adapted seeds, creating and maintaining landraces, where to purchase quality seeds and so much more!
Dr. Kost, and his wife Nancy, launched the Buffalo Seed Company in October 2018. Matthew is originally from Kansas City and has returned after obtaining a Bachelor in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from the University of Kansas, and a Ph.D. in Evolutionary Agroecology from The Ohio State University. Matthew has also worked in conserving amaranth and quinoa landrace diversity in Peru and arid adapted crops in the Greater Southwest.
Learn more about Matthew's work and shop for seeds from The Buffalo Seed Company at https://www.thebuffaloseedcompany.com/
Before the interview, Bevin shares some updates from around Small House including our recent visit to Michigan Heirlooms! While visiting, Bevin's friend Karen Golden shared seeds for a local variety of bean known as Harsen's Island Pole Bean. We're excited to be growing this Michigan heirloom!
Learn more about Michigan Heirlooms at https://www.michiganheirlooms.com/
You can support the Seeds & Weeds Podcast by joining our Patreon community for as little as $3/month!Check it out and sign up at https://www.patreon.com/smallhousefarm
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Join our special Seeds & Weeds Facebook Community!IG: @small_house_farm
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www.seedsandweedspodcast.comSupport the show
The Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America’s top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog.
Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show
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Are you ready to build and use your own herbal apothecary? Herbalist, author and educator Mary Colvin joins us to talk about her new book, The Herbalist's Guide; how to build and use your own apothecary. We also dig into herbal energetics, working with local herbs and so much more!
Mary is a registered herbalist of the American Herbalists Guild and the owner of Ancestral Herbology. She wants to inspire a new generation of herbalists and provide education and mentorship in the study of herbalism with the safe practice of using herbs as medicine.
She has devoted her time and efforts toward the future of herbalism as the former treasurer and vice chair of the AHG, the host of the Herbology Talk podcast, and as the host of the Training in Herbalism series on TikTok and through her website.
Learn more about Mary's work and order your copy of The Herbalist's Guide at https://herbalistmentor.com/ and https://www.ancestralherbology.com/
Check out the Herbology Talk podcast: https://www.ancestralherbology.com/herbology-talk-podcast-1
Before the interview, Bevin shares an exciting update about his newest book, The Heritage Pantry; Modern Methods of Preserving Food the Old Fashioned Way.
After a few delays at the printer, the book is finally off press and ready to go!
Learn more about Bevin's latest title and order a copy at https://www.smallhousefarm.com/product/the-heritage-pantry/
Today’s episode of Seeds & Weeds is brought to you in part by our friends at Garden Joy - the garden game that lets you explore your love for plants, seasons, horticulture, and outdoor design. Download Garden Joy from your app store and start playing this relaxing and educational garden design game today! Learn more at https://www.gardenjoygame.com/
You can support the Seeds & Weeds Podcast by joining our Patreon community for as little as $3/month!Check it out and sign up at https://www.patreon.com/smallhousefarm
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FB: @smallhousefarm
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www.seedsandweedspodcast.comSupport the show
The Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America’s top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog.
Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show
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Gardening in a changing climate can be challenging. Learn how to adapt and overcome these challenges with author and garden educator Kim Stoddart. Kim talks about her new book The Climate Change Resilient Vegetable Garden and we cover important topics like building soil, resilient garden design, working with perennial plants and seed saving. Kim even shares some of her favorite variety recommendations for your gardens!
Kim Stoddart, co-author of The Climate Change Garden, writes about climate change resilient gardening for publications such as The Guardian and The Daily Express. She is the editor of Amateur Gardening Magazine and offers online and in person gardening education through her website greenrocketcourses.com.
You can order copies of Kim's book, The Climate Change Resilient Vegetables Garden, through her website or on Amazon at: https://www.amazon.com/Climate-Change-Resilient-Vegetable-Garden-Changing/dp/0760384738
Before the interview, Bevin shares a few thoughts about climate change, finding peace in the garden and the right time for planting tomatoes. He mentions a previous episode of the show "USDA Map Heats Up!".. you can listen here:
https://seedsandweedspodcast.com/usda-map-heats-up-5questions-peggy-riccio/
Today’s episode of Seeds & Weeds is brought to you in part by our friends at Garden Joy - the garden game that lets you explore your love for plants, seasons, horticulture, and outdoor design. Download Garden Joy from your app store and start playing this relaxing and educational garden design game today! Learn more at https://www.gardenjoygame.com/
You can support the Seeds & Weeds Podcast by joining our Patreon community for as little as $3/month!Check it out and sign up at https://www.patreon.com/smallhousefarm
Connect with us!
Join our special Seeds & Weeds Facebook Community!IG: @small_house_farm
FB: @smallhousefarm
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www.seedsandweedspodcast.comSupport the show
The Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America’s top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog.
Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show
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Garden for the birds! Important members of the food chain, birds offer natural pest control, are fun to observe, and they need our help! Learn how to create a beautiful, bird friendly garden with author Jen McGuiness.
Jen will also share some tips on how to attract more beneficial insects to the garden as well as a list of plants that will deter deer.. awesome! We'll also learn about small-space gardening, the importance of native plants and how to grow birdseed.
Jen McGuinness is a writer, editor, and photographer who began writing as Frau Zinnie in 2011. Her website features Jen’s writing, photography, and personal gardening experiences in her Connecticut garden, along with interviews with garden experts. She is a proponent of organic gardening methods and wildlife-friendly gardens. Jen is an award-winning journalist, earning recognition from the New England Press Association, and the Society of Professional Journalists. Jenn is joining us on the show to talk about her new book Bird Friendly Gardening!
Check out Jen's garden blog and website: https://frauzinnie.blogspot.com/
Order Bird Friendly Gardening: https://www.amazon.com/Bird-Friendly-Gardening-Guidance-Supporting-Landscape/dp/0760382115
Before the interview, Bevin shares some Small House updates. This June he'll be speaking at the Modern Homesteading Conference in Idaho. Learn more about this amazing event and register at: https://modernhomesteading.com/
Bevin's new book, The Heritage Pantry: modern methods of preserving food the old fashioned way, will be available May 15th! Order your copy today at https://www.smallhousefarm.com/product-category/books/
Today’s episode of Seeds & Weeds is brought to you in part by our friends at Garden Joy - the garden game that lets you explore your love for plants, seasons, horticulture, and outdoor design. Download Garden Joy from your app store and start playing this relaxing and educational garden design game today! Learn more at https://www.gardenjoygame.com/
You can support the Seeds & Weeds Podcast by joining our Patreon community for as little as $3/month!Check it out and sign up at https://www.patreon.com/smallhousefarm
Connect with us!
Join our special Seeds & Weeds Facebook Community!IG: @small_house_farm
FB: @smallhousefarm
YT: @smallhousefarm
www.seedsandweedspodcast.comSupport the show
The Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America’s top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog.
Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show
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Squirrels and rabbits in your garden? Too much clay in your soil? Curious what fruits and veggies will thrive in the shade? Garden expert Susan Mulvihill answers these questions and more!
Susan Mulvihill is a gardener, educator, author and host of the popular 'Susan's in the Garden' Youtube channel. Susan is passionate about gardening and believes everyone should be able to grow a great garden! Her latest book, The Vegetable Garden Problem Solver Handbook, is now available through Cool Springs Press.
Susan's website is full of useful information for every gardener! Check it out at https://www.susansinthegarden.com/
Learn from more than 500 videos on Susan's Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/susansinthegarden
Bevin's new book The Heritage Pantry is now available for preorder!
Preorder your copy today at smallhousefarm.com.
Books will start shipping out around May 15th!
In The Heritage Pantry, Bevin writes about a variety of preservation techniques: dehydrating, fermenting, freezing, pickling, and smoking, as well as making jams, jellies, and marmalades. He also includes chapters on using salt, fats, and sugar to brine, cure, and candy foods.
A compelling blend of memoir and cookbook, The Heritage Pantry offers historical perspectives on the techniques, information on how each is accomplished, lists of the equipment needed, tips for success, and plenty of recipes.
The Heritage Pantry Modern Methods of Preserving Food the Old Fashioned Way
Order your copy at https://www.smallhousefarm.com/product/the-heritage-pantry/
Today’s episode of Seeds & Weeds is brought to you in part by our friends at Garden Joy - the garden game that lets you explore your love for plants, seasons, horticulture, and outdoor design. Download Garden Joy from your app store and start playing this relaxing and educational garden design game today! Learn more at https://www.gardenjoygame.com/
You can support the Seeds & Weeds Podcast by joining our Patreon community for as little as $3/month!Check it out and sign up at https://www.patreon.com/smallhousefarm
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Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show
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Morel mushrooms, wild onions, and tender spring greens await the hungry forager! Join us as we talk with George Barnett, founder of The Hungry Forager and author of the new book, Foraging Kentucky.
George Barnett owns and operates the Hungry Forager, an educational program based in the Bluegrass region and focused on teaching people about wild edibles, ethnobotany, ecology, and agroforestry. His educational background includes restoration ecology, foraging, and the history of utilizing tree crops in North America.
His new book, Foraging Kentucky is an expansive beginners' guide to safely and ethically foraging wild foods. The species covered in the book are divided into three categories: herbaceous plants, fungi, and woody plants. George shares his extensive knowledge on the proper identification of the featured species, where and when they grow, and how to harvest and prepare them for consumption. Complete with high-definition color photographs, recipes, and short history lessons, this guide is chock-full of crucial information!
Learn more about George's work, check out his online workshops and order your copy of Foraging Kentucky at https://www.thehungryforager.com/
Bevin was recently on WPR's The Morning Show with Kate Archer Kent to talk about seeds, seed libraries and the historic tomato seed collection of the late Thane Earle. Thane is most well-known for introducing the world to the incredible Amish Paste Tomato! You can hear the full interview at: https://www.wpr.org/shows/morning-show/sen-ron-johnson-michigan-seed-saver-shares-preservation-advice-potential-of-biofuels-wisconsin-film-festival
Bevin also shared his recent article about the famed Amish Paste Tomato in our Patreon community. You can find it at www.patreon.com/smallhousefarm
Today’s episode of Seeds & Weeds is brought to you in part by our friends at Garden Joy - the garden game that lets you explore your love for plants, seasons, horticulture, and outdoor design. Download Garden Joy from your app store and start playing this relaxing and educational garden design game today! Learn more at https://www.gardenjoygame.com/
You can support the Seeds & Weeds Podcast by joining our Patreon community for as little as $3/month!Check it out and sign up at https://www.patreon.com/smallhousefarm
Connect with us!
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www.seedsandweedspodcast.comSupport the show
The Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America’s top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog.
Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show
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Discover the magic of native plants and bring your garden to life! Get your garden party started with Shubber Ali, founder of Garden for Wildlife. We’re talking with Shubber about growing native plants, how native plants support our ecosystem and what you can do to create a little wildlife sanctuary in your own backyard!
Shubber Ali is the CEO of Garden for Wildlife, a program that began within the National Wildlife Federation. Garden for Wildlife allows people to make a difference for the environment by shipping plants native to their zip code that support local wildlife.
Shubber is incredibly passionate about innovation, nature and wildlife and is on a mission to get as many people as possible to help save the planet, yard by yard. Last year, Garden for Wildlife shipped over 62,000 plants across 38 states and 2,900+ cities in America.You can learn more about Garden for Wildlife and order your native plants at https://gardenforwildlife.com/
Before the interview, Bevin gives us some updates on the Small House gardens… our seeds are sprouting and some of our favorite wild foods are starting to reappear!
If you’re still shopping for seeds, check out our selection of heirloom veggies, herbs and flowers at www.smallhousefarm.com/seeds
The latest issue of Mother Earth News magazine has a wonderful article from mushroom expert Erin Hamilton about cultivating morel mushrooms in the garden. You can find the article online at https://www.motherearthnews.com/diy/growing-morel-mushrooms-at-home-zm0z23zatro/
Erin was on the Seeds & Weeds Podcast last summer to talk about the benefits of growing and eating mushrooms. You can find that interview at https://seedsandweedspodcast.com/erin-hamilton-mushroom-conservatory/
Bevin’s interview on the Pantry Chat podcast with Carolyn Thomas recently dropped. Bevin and Carolyn talk about the new GMO tomato and its potential ramifications for the home gardener. You can listen at https://homesteadingfamily.com/gmo-seeds/
You can support the Seeds & Weeds Podcast by joining our Patreon community for as little as $3/month!Check it out and sign up at https://www.patreon.com/smallhousefarm
Connect with us!
Join our special Seeds & Weeds Facebook Community!IG: @small_house_farm
FB: @smallhousefarm
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www.seedsandweedspodcast.comSupport the show
The Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America’s top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog.
Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show
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What are staple crops and what role do they plan in sustainable, regional food systems?
We’re talking with Michelle Ajamian, founder of Shagbark Mill, about localized food systems, growing and processing staple crops like corn and beans and we’re going to explore how growers, producers and consumers come together to decide what kind of food system we want for ourselves and our communities.Michelle Ajamian launched the Appalachian Staple Foods Collaborative in 2009 and she is the cofounder of Shagbark Seed & Mill, an organic processing facility dedicated to the development of a regional model for the production and processing of staple grain, bean, oilseed, and nut crops.
Today, Michelle is joining us on the show to talk about her work at Shagbark Mill, staple foods and the role that they play in a sustainable local food system.You can learn more about Shagbark Seed & Mill and order their products at:
https://shagbarkmill.com/
Learn about the Appalachian Staple Food Collaborative at
https://ruralaction.org/our-work/sustainable-agriculture/asfc/
Check out the Craft Millers Guild at https://www.craftmillersguild.com/
It’s seed starting season here at Small House Farm!
Are you ready to get your garden started? Browse our selection of organically-grown herb, flower and heirloom vegetable seeds at https://www.smallhousefarm.com/seed-collection/Support the Seeds & Weeds Podcast by joining our Patreon community for as little as $3/month!
Check it out and sign up at https://www.patreon.com/smallhousefarm
Connect with us!
Join our special Seeds & Weeds Facebook Community!IG: @small_house_farm
FB: @smallhousefarm
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www.seedsandweedspodcast.comSupport the show
The Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America’s top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog.
Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show
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Grow your best garden ever with tips and tricks from author and YouTuber Tony O’Neill! After listening to this interview you’ll be ready to grow a healthier and more productive vegetable garden than ever before!
Tony O’Neill has been creating educational gardening content for the last fourteen years and in 2020, he launched the wildly popular YouTube channel Simplify Gardening. Tony believes gardening’s appeal is linked to nature’s generous response to nurturing, which is proven by his growing near-record-sized cabbages (67 lbs.), squashes (131 lbs.), rhubarb, and potatoes in abundance. Tony is joining us on the show to share some gardening tips and tricks and to talk about his new book Simplify Vegetable Gardening.
If you revel in nature's response to your gardening and are curious about the science behind it, Simplify Vegetable Gardening is your guide. The first book to blend botany, biology, and earth science with food gardening, it introduces an exciting, science-driven approach to growing more food. In Tony's words, it's "the culmination of my four decades tending the earth, learning its secrets, and respecting its cycles."
Order your copy of Simplify Vegetable Gardening: https://geni.us/SimplifyVegGardening
Find Tony online at https://simplifygardening.com/
And on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/simplifygardening
Bevin’s new book, The Heritage Pantry; Modern Methods of Preserving Food the Old-fashioned Way, is on its way - we'll be announcing ordering information soon! This new book is full of recipes, stories and history and we think you’re going to love it!Members of our Patreon community will be the first to see the cover and have an opportunity to order their copies - at a special discounted price!
You can enjoy this benefit and many more while supporting our podcast. Join our Patreon community for as little as $3/month!
Check it out and sign up at https://www.patreon.com/smallhousefarm and https://www.smallhousefarm.com/herbcoop/
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Connect with us!
Join our special Seeds & Weeds Facebook Community!IG: @small_house_farm
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www.seedsandweedspodcast.comSupport the show
The Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America’s top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog.
Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show
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