Plastic is a wonderful thing. You probably didn’t expect me to say that but it is true. Due to it’s light weight, plastic has allowed shipment of products long distances which has made many more things accessible to people in all locations and of all...
Halloween is creeping up on us! In about a week, kids everywhere will be knocking at your door begging for a trick or treat. Tricks are fun, but you know what they really want is the treat. I have been getting lots of questions about what we hand out for treats and...
This guide to home composting 101 tackles a topic that gives many beginners anxiety. The truth is, the hardest part of composting is deciding to start. So, let’s talk everything home composting and get you going! Home Composting 101: Topics Covered in This...
Believe it or not, garden planning is a year round activity! It is not difficult to start a vegetable garden, but you will increase your chances of success with proper planning for space, location, type, and indoor seed starting. Keep reading for a short tutorial on...
Are you ready to subscribe to a farm share? The next step is to learn how to choose a CSA. If you are reading this and are not familiar with CSA, it stands for community supported agriculture, which is a way to get your food directly from local farmers. However, not...
I give an audible groan every time I see the first mention of New Year’s resolutions. They usually start to show up in my Facebook and Instagram feed early on December 26th. Weight loss, eat healthy, be happy, etc, etc, etc. For awhile I swore off New...
Hi! I’m Jennifer Dedering, PharmD, BCACP. I am a registered pharmacist and very passionate about food as medicine – for both people and the environment. Every week I post a free meal plan with a focus on seasonal and local sourcing of food. Come back every week for tips to help the environment and check out what my family is eating. I promise it is delicious!
