So, you have read about GMO, about all the chemicals that are found in our food and the impact conventional farming has on our planet, and that organically-grown foods are more nutritious, and you have decided to eat organic. Good for you! You now also know where to buy organic, but you feel that is not nearly enough. You want to ...
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What Vegetables To Freeze Fresh? And How?
You are at the farmer’s market and are amazed at all the fresh organic vegetables and fruits. They are so fresh and beautiful that you want to buy a lot, knowing that those might be hard to find during the winter months. So you are wondering if you can somehow keep those veggies and fruits fresh for a longer time? Actually ...
Read More »Understanding Genetically Modified Foods
Since the first genetically modified crop (the Flavr Savr tomato) was approved by the FDA in the US in 1994, genetically modified foods have found their way into almost all processed foods available in Canadian grocery stores. It makes sense to understand what GMO means and what impacts it will have on our everyday life. What Is Genetically Modified Food? Genetically ...
Read More »How To Save Tomato Seeds
I was watering my cherry tomatoes when I realized that some tomatoes were already bursting open. Should have picked those days ago. What am I going to do with those tomatoes? I do not want to eat those, as germs and bacteria might have already found their way in. The best way I can think of is to use them ...
Read More »Composting Basics
Composting is an important part of organic gardening, and its importance in keeping garden soil in good health cannot be overemphasized. Volumes of books have been written on the subject and all kinds of information is readily available on the Internet. I am just going to jot down a few points for myself so that I get a general understanding of the ...
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New Brunswick: 3rd Province to Regulate Organic Food
As is reported by CBC, New Brunswick government just created new regulations for the use of “organic” ...
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