Here we are at the end of another week, busy with food preservation and embracing imperfection. I’m experimenting with Ezekiel bread and sharing a story about launching our academy. It’s been a journey of trial, error, and embracing the learning process. From canning to freezing and fermenting, there’s always something new to try, and no attempt has to be perfect—just keep going!
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MY FAVORITE WAY TO PRESERVE: CARROTS Oh how I love fresh carrots – they are so crunchy and sweet! Carrots are one of my favorite foods of all time –…
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You know the song “It’s the most wonderful time of the year?” Imagine if it went like this: It’s the MOST wonderful time of the year There’ll be much weeding…
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Feeling like your food is packed with unpronounceable ingredients? It’s time to get real about what’s going into your meals. From toxic additives like carrageenan in ice cream to denatured thickeners in cream cheese, it’s a serious wake-up call. We dive deep into the harmful effects of ultra-processed foods and offer simple tips for shifting to real, nutrient-dense options that benefit your body and health.
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The truth behind lab-grown meat—what it is, how it’s made, and its environmental impact. From stem cell extraction to chemical soup growth, we uncover the realities and debate its sustainability. Plus, learn how to identify lab-grown meat in stores and find local, natural meat options.
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Discover essential tips for buying the perfect homestead property, from understanding your goals to assessing the land and water. Learn how to plan your orchard and garden for maximum productivity in Alaska.
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Can you get bird flu from raw milk? While no concrete answer exists, only four cases of bird flu have been reported in America, all from dairy farm employees who didn’t consume milk from infected cows. Symptoms in cows include reduced feed, drop in milk production, and thick, creamy milk. Experts debate the risks, with some expressing concerns while others focus on cleanliness to prevent salmonella and E. coli.
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Welcome to the Common Ground Alaska Newsletter! This week, I share my journey into herbalism and how a simple question revolutionized my approach. Learn about powerful medicinal plants like honeyberry, forsythia, chickweed, and rhubarb, and discover effective remedies for common ailments. Join me in exploring how to simplify herbalism and benefit your family’s health naturally.
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I’m going to take just a second to say THANK YOU to all of the folks who are planning to attend the Alaska Homestead Expo. I’m trying not to get…
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It’s APRIL! The days are getting so long and it’s finally starting to warm up! Yesterday we got 4″ of snow at the farm but I expect that will all…
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