It is nearly tomato growing season again and Dick Schneider’s advice on growing tomatoes in the Pacific Northwest is as invaluable as ever. *Save the Date: The Jefferson County Master Gardeners are sponsoring a trip to RainCoast Farm on September 15th. Our trip starts at Far Reaches Farm, 11:00 am, then travels on to RainCoast […]
By Dr. Mercola http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2016/01/23/saving-seeds-movement.aspx Seeds are essential to maintain future food supplies. They are the foundation of life, from fruits and vegetables to grain and livestock feed — without them, we have no food. It’s estimated that upwards of 90 percent of our caloric intake comes from seeds, directly or indirectly. Seeds represent hope and […]
Posted by Roger M. Our food system is the most unhealthy system in the world because of subsidies that benefit major corporations, not farmers – and certainly not the American population. We could use those subsidies to raise healthy food, which in turn would raise healthy children. http://action.ucsusa.org/site/Ecard?ecard_id=3161&autologin=true
Ever wonder how safe that water running off of your roof is to use? Read on; http://daily.sightline.org/2015/01/07/a-green-light-for-using-rain-barrel-water-on-garden-edibles/
Nita’s communication to the after school MG/4H class: Gardening week will be at the Fairground garden tomorrow. We will customize our individual garden markers. We will also take a picture with the beautiful cover crop that you planted. We will start returning all those nutrients to the soil tomorrow and enjoy what a great job […]
The Jefferson County Master Gardeners recently held a potluck dinner to introduce and honor the new 2015 trainees. Nita W. brought this delicious salad to the potluck and many requested the recipe, so we are posting it here for all to enjoy. Thanks, Nita, for sharing! Apple Fennel Salad Combine […]
At our last meeting, Kathy R. received rave reviews for her delicious salsa, so much so that we asked her to post it on our blog. We have received quite a collection of yummies over the past year so be sure to check them out! Send us your favorite recipe and we will gladly post […]
Written by Lys B. The first ever Growing Groceries class in Jefferson County started at the end of January with 15 students seated in WSU Extension’s Madrona Room and 35 on the waiting list. People in Jefferson County WANT to learn more about how to grow their own food!… especially healthy, organic food!! We are […]
This chili was enjoyed at our recent board meeting. Thank you, Sharon, for preparing and sharing your fabulous recipe. Pumpkin, Beef and Black Bean Chili
