As the son of an extension agent, I have access to some figures that just can’t be found anywhere else except the mind of my father. For instance: how many farms are there in Cabarrus county? The answer: about 400. And of those 400, how many are certified organic? One. Does that strike you as a little odd? Did you think the number would be higher? It appears that many of the … [Read more...]
Buy Local – 5 easy tips
It’s that time again: the asparagus spears are poking up from the earth, the early squash is almost ready, and soon I’ll be ready to take produce to the market. If you’re like any of my customers then this is a season that you look forward to all winter long. I don’t blame you. Sometimes on a cold winter’s night, I’ll be counting the weeks until the first home grown summer … [Read more...]
What is Pinterest
I still don't really know, but I like it so far. I would like to follow you if you have boards related to permaculture, organic and raw cooking, fermenting, sustainable DIY, and more Uncivilized kinds of things. Please post your info below. If you want to follow me I am here. … [Read more...]
Farmageddon The Movie
If you haven't heard of Farmageddon The Movie I suggest you stop what you're doing, click on the link and watch the trailer. It's just that important. On the Facebook fan page, Farmageddon is described as, "a documentary about the escalating fight for food rights in America." I'm sure you've all heard about farmers being arrested and having their farms raided for producing … [Read more...]
Not all little things matter
Having a pine tree deodorizer hanging from the rearview mirror in a Queens taxi near the midtown tunnel in rush hour is an action rooted somewhere between supreme optimism and a giant screw you to reality. You would do better to tape it to your face or wear it as a necklace. On one of the most nauseating taxi rides I've ever taken to JFK I realized that not all little things … [Read more...]