Are you a gardener, farmer, forager or herbalist
– or maybe you’re a little plant curious?
You’ve come to the right place!

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.

Small-space gardening, sustainable living, and the Mother Earth News Fair! Today we’re sitting down to chat with Jessica Mitchell, host of the Mother Earth News & Friends podcast.

Spring has returned and we’re ready to celebrate!

Discover four simple ways to turn everyday herbs into extracts voa teas, oils, tinctures, and vinegars—using methods you can do right at home.

Discover the surprising ways echinacea can move beyond the garden and into our apothecaries, kitchens, and everyday rituals of healing.

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 Vegetables 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!

From heirloom flowers to historic seed saving, join Peggy Cornett for a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at the living gardens of Monticello.

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.

It’s easy to “eat the rainbow” when you’re growing one right in your own backyard! 🌈 Author and gardener Sandra Mao is joining us to talk about her new book Vibrant Harvest.

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”.