Posted on December 29, 2011, by Rebecca Herman
Composting in the winter isn’t easy! As I dug my backyard compost bin out from underneath the snow this past October, and then again in November, I began to wonder if vermicomposting might provide a cold weather alternative. Vermicomposting is the process of using worms to turn food scraps into a black, earth-smelling, nutrient-rich material...
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Posted on August 3, 2010, by Michael O'Meara
It's approaching harvest time for a great variety of fruits and vegetables across the state. With that in mind, Governor John Lynch declared August New Hampshire Eat Local Month. Activities are scheduled throughout the month to enjoy the bounty of the state's farms and gardens.
The month long celebration is being put together by the Read More »
Posted on May 10, 2010, by Michael O'Meara
There's nothing more fresh, and delicious, than food straight from the farm. New Hampshire's Farmers' Markets make that farm connection to the best in locally produced food easier than ever.
A few markets operate year-round, bringing a variety winter produce and other local goodies, even though it's cold out. And once summer rolls around, you'll be able to...
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