The abundance of bird species living in agricultural environments has decreased both in Finland and elsewhere in Europe. Attempts to rectify the situation have been made with the help of agri-environment-climate subsidies. They are granted to agricultural producers by the EU for implementing measures that…
“Mixing ingredients for several hours produces smooth molten chocolate by breaking down lumps of ingredients into finer grains and reducing friction between particles.” By University of Edinburgh The science of what makes good chocolate has been revealed by researchers studying a 140-year-old mixing technique. Scientists…
By Jeffrey Green The chirping coming from inside the cardboard box gave away the surprise. Several weeks ago my youngest son convinced my wife that we needed more animals. Without telling me, the person who does the chores for the critters, four puffy chicks barely…
By John Vibes Olive Nest Tiny Homes is working to prove that the minimalist lifestyle can be comfortable and even luxurious as well. More people than ever are interested in tiny homes, but there are still many misconceptions about the capabilities of the design style….
By Tess Pennington While many of us are awakening to the dangers (ahem chemicals) that are in our food sources, not enough awareness is being made about some of the dangers that lie in over-the-counter vitamins. That’s right, some of your vitamins could be doing more harm…
By Mayukh Saha Cucamelons are the latest trend in the market. These are tiny melons that taste like cucumber and lime and have an invisible assortment of health benefits associated with them. Also called ‘sandiita’, they are extremely rich in fibers, minerals, antioxidants, and other…
By Natural Blaze Shawn James couldn’t take it anymore. A normal job in the city wasn’t for him. One day he quit working, cashed in his savings, and headed to the Canadian wilderness to become self-reliant. First, he needed a place to live. With nothing…
By Amanda Froelich Who doesn’t want access to less costly organic fruits and vegetables year-round? Thanks to the new OGarden Smart system, this may soon be a reality for all. The rotating garden can grow up to 90 plants at any given time. Furthermore, it…
By Mayukh Saha If you have ever doubted that architecture is not creative and artistic, Javier Senosiain is here to prove you wrong with his masterpiece. A hilly site near Mexico City has become the perfect place for the marvelous home that Javier constructed –…
By Mayukh Saha I am sure all of us want to eat healthy food that tastes just like our favorite dish? How many times have we wrinkled our nose at something that is impossibly healthy, but tastes like crap? Well, Blue Java Banana is here…
By Daisy Luther While we would love to be able to trust the liquid flowing from our faucets, anyone who pays even half-hearted attention to the news knows that we can no longer expect safety in our drinking water unless we confirm it ourselves. The…
By Tess Pennington While many of us are awakening to the dangers (ahem chemicals) that are in our food sources, not enough awareness is being made about some of the dangers that lie in over-the-counter vitamins. That’s right, some of your vitamins could be doing more harm…
By Daisy Luther In these days of tight budgets and arctic blasts, staying warm without spending several hundred dollars a month on utilities is a major point of concern. Luckily, there are all sorts of low-tech ways to stay warm using less heat. Not many…
By Tim Moore If you have children or work with children, then you probably have noticed that hands-on experiences help them make connections to the lessons they are learning. This is especially true when the lesson involves something you enjoy or have made a hobby…
By Tess Pennington While we welcome in a new year, I like to take some time to reflect on the past and start dreaming of a better future. And, of course, I implement this into my gardening as well. While I have the best intentions…
One of the most common arguments presented in favor of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) or GMO food is that these products are needed to feed growing populations. The idea is that these modified plants will produce larger yields, potatoes are supposedly engineered for late blight…
By Atypical Sapien Note from Daisy: When I saw this incredibly useful post over in the forum, I knew I had to share with you guys for two reasons: first, to show you how awesome our forum is and secondly, to provide this fantastic information….
When you’re planning what should be the happiest day of your life, you naturally want everything to be perfect. But if you’re also concerned about respecting the environment, some other factors will enter your planning. You can still have a glorious day while keeping the…
By Sara Tipton The end of the summer garden is always bittersweet for me. I miss my daily fresh cut lettuce but I also love the falling leaves and bright reds and oranges of autumn. Luckily, those fallen leaves are more than just pleasing to…
Tess Pennington Ready Gardens Have you ever wondered why you should start your own garden when food is readily available at grocery stores? What about those who would love to be self-sufficient to the point of living off the food they can grow on their own land?…
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