Urban Wheatgrass

Studies indicate that consuming alkaline foods may also benefit cardiovascular health and brain function. Our wheatgrass powder is considered one of the most potent leafy green powders, packed with beta-carotene, calcium, chlorophyll, fiber, iron and...

The protein levels in the spring can be as high as 20% but decreases to around 4% as it matures and cures. Early spring grazing is the most damaging. The carbohydrate levels remain at 45% during the active growing season.Growing bluebunch wheatgrass is...

Serious inquiries only please. 2 fully fenced acres, including certified organic gardens and small orchard. Urban Certified Organic Farm/Homestead for rent with possible lease to own.

It is at Level 1 in the UK National Qualifications Framework, 2009 Business English Certificate of Attendance Course of 60 hours in Canterbury, at the Concorde International School, 2008 Attendance of the 4th International Bioenergy Conference, which...

Comfortable cabin with heater and adjustable seat Wide range of gears Simple access to the tractor units for any repair works and maintenance Due to a set of technical features and wide variety of agricultural and municipal equipment, this universal model...

Downtown Albany is 33 miles; nearest I-88 exist, 5.5 miles. Schoharie County is an area of small hills and valleys, between the Catskill Mountains to the south and the Mohawk River valley to the north.

They are intelligent and friendly if handled from a young age. Weight: 6 to 7 pounds Urban Uses: Leghorns are known for their egg-laying abilities and can provide four eggs a week.

They are available in standard and bantam sizes. They come in eight recognized varieties: barred, white, buff, partridge, silver penciled, blue, Columbian and black. Egg Size: Large (standard type)

Under the ordinance, which received the unanimous approval of the Planning and Land Management Committee in December 2010, new fast-food restaurants cannot be constructed within a 1/2-mile radius of existing fast-food restaurants and need to meet stringent...

In other words, the guidance set forth in the Green Guides help protect consumers from becoming victims of green-washing. Comments are open until Dec. Urban farmers who sell to the public (or are thinking about taking that step in the future) will benefit...

Carpenter says she plans to apply for a permit. Courtesy Hemera/Thinkstock In attempts to grow foods locally, some urban farmers have violated local laws. Urban farming icon Novella Carpenter was targeted for breaking the law.

Smeared on crackers or toast ,these frugal spreads (let's leave out the foie gras controversy for now) make wonderful lunches or earthy hors d'oeuvres. Flat-iron steak: The cut from the shoulder of a cow (aka top-blade steak).

Although Jackson is very comfortable living in our yard, he had to work things out with our Corgi first. The yard belongs to Nigel, who is our only dog. He has no desire to make a meal out of Jackson.

A rise in farmers markets has allowed us to talk face-to-face with the people who grow our food and perhaps inspired us to go hyper-local and grow food for ourselves. Gardens across the country intentionally raise food for purposes such as donating to...

Take a small scoop of the nut meat, and flatten out to a thin patty the size of your lasagna; lay this on top of the tomatoes. Photo by John Ivanko The lasagna at Help Yourself Cafe is healthy and tasty.

I used a local onion, turnip and garlic, but the carrots and tomatoes were not local. I suppose I could have thrown in some diced red bell peppers or a handful of greens, too. Add thyme, celery seed and salt and pepper.

Brown the sliced sausage in a very large pan and pour off most of the fat. If your peppers are frozen ones, add them later with the cooked chicken instead. I removed most of the skin after cooking and separated the chicken into large parts.

A nutty cheese, such as Gruyere or Comte, is also good with root vegetables such as these. Eating close to home takes this seasonal eater through a journey of delights and dilemmas, one tiny deck garden, farmers' market discovery and easy-as-pie recipe...

I also have to forget the Korean method of making red pepper and cabbage kimchi by burying a sealed crock of the ubiquitous spicy condiment in the backyard for truly long-term fermentation and keeping.

Results reveal that lack of access to information, as well as no interest or passion for the topic, have divided consumer opinion on the direction of agriculture. The findings of both surveys indicate there is an opportunity for more dialogue between...

Still, as bad as Italians are at keeping things clean, I've only won the sidewalk lottery five or six times in the 10 years I've been here. What I'm talking about are photographs of dogs riding on scooters with their owners.

The local corn in them (I had frozen wisely) reminded us that summer would eventually return. Let rest briefly to meld flavors; then serve. Still, even wintery dinners need the refreshment and balance of a salad of sorts to off set the hearty, spicy beans.

I couldn't get over it! I named him Liberty. Of course, at this point, I still thought he was a hen. Who knew what colors were behind him? His comb and wattles glowed red, and his earflaps contrasted starkly against his face.

Pretty much every city gardener can relate. For many gardeners—especially those for whom limited growing area is a huge concern—the answer is to grow up. It can make your garden more attractive or help create an outdoor room.

Once the radish is grown, it can be harvested and eaten. Don't leave cover cropping to the rural farmers. Buckwheat Cover-crop Purpose: increase soil organic matter, suppress weeds, attract pollinators and beneficial insects Double-duty Use: buckwheat...

Skunks feed on bees by slapping them to the ground, rolling them around and eating them, leaving a telltale bare patch. After the eggs develop into larva, their cells are capped over for the completion of metamorphsis.

That was no obstacle in Moira's mind. (It's been raining for nearly a week here.) […] She spent the day before showing me how to braid Rosie's mane and tail, and then on show day, rode her in several classes and graciously handed me the ribbons.