What Are The Safety Concerns With Home Pasteurization?

“I’ve been making a variety of cheeses at home and have recently started experimenting with home pasteurization. However, I’m concerned about the safety aspects, especially because I’m expecting

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How Can I Reduce The Salt In Fermented Foods?

“I recently started fermenting vegetables at home, and I’m loving it so far! The only problem is I find the salty taste to be a bit overwhelming, especially

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How Do I Freeze Foods With High Moisture?

“I’ve been growing zucchini at home here in New Jersey, USA and honestly, I’ve frozen them before, but they come out watery and just kinda spongey. How do

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How Is Permaculture Connected To Regenerative Agriculture?

“I’ve been transitioning to a permaculture approach in my garden for a couple of years now, and the results have been wonderful. However, I recently started reading about

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What Are The Traditional Methods For Curd And Whey Separation?

“Hi! I’ve recently started experimenting with cheese making in my little farm in Oregon, USA. I’m particularly interested in understanding traditional methods for curd and whey separation, as

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How Do I Harvest Lettuce For Continuous Growth?

“Hey, I’ve been growing lettuce in my backyard for a while now here in Canterbury. My issue is that I can’t seem to get it to keep growing

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What Are Green And Brown Compost Materials?

“We just started a backyard farm and want to begin composting to enrich our soil. However, we’re confused about what materials to include. Can you help explain what

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What Are Keyline Designs In Permaculture, And How Do They Work?

“I’ve recently purchased a small piece of land in Wiltshire, UK, and I’m interested in learning more about keyline design in permaculture. The property is quite hilly, and

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How Is Permaculture Design Used In Mixed-Use Spaces?

“I have a community center here in Christchurch with a bit of everything going on—yoga classes, a small café, an art gallery, and even a courtyard garden that

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How Long Do Home Canned Vegetables Last?

“I’ve been canning vegetables from my garden for a few years now, but I still get nervous about how long they’re safe to eat. I know you’re supposed

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What Are The Best Early Summer Crops?

“I’m setting up my first backyard farm and am really excited about growing early summer crops. I live in a suburban area with good sunlight but also get

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What Are The Environmental Conditions Needed For Optimal Culture Activity?

“I’m starting a small artisanal cheese-making operation in Portland, Oregon, and I’m trying to understand what environmental conditions are needed for optimal culture activity. I want to ensure

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Can I Vacuum Seal Fresh Herbs For Longer Storage?

“Hey there! I’ve recently started my own herb garden and I’m trying to find the best way to store fresh herbs so they last longer. I’ve heard about

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How Do I Reduce Waste With Crop Rotation?

“I’ve recently started a backyard farm here in Melbourne, and I’m looking for ways to make it more sustainable. I’ve heard crop rotation can help reduce waste, but

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How Do I Use Greywater For Irrigation?

“I live just outside of Vancouver, in a pretty rainy area, and I’m looking for ways to reduce water waste in my backyard garden. I’ve heard about greywater

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Does Vacuum Sealing Affect Food Texture?

“Hey there, I’ve been experimenting with vacuum sealing to preserve some of our summer garden bounty in Brisbane, but I’m concerned the texture of the food is changing—and

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What Are The Best Practices For Integrating Wind Turbines In Permaculture?

“I’m planning to incorporate wind turbines into my permaculture design, but I’m a little unsure of the best practices for doing so. I live on a small homestead

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How Do I Protect Plants From Deer?

“I’ve recently started a small backyard farm, and everything was going great until the deer in my area started treating my garden as their personal buffet. I’ve tried

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What Are The Differences Between Natural Rind And Waxed Rind Aging?

“I’m setting up my own artisanal cheese-making business and have been researching different aging processes. However, I’m feeling a bit overwhelmed with all the information available. Specifically, I’m

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What Are The Best Options For Garden Edging?

“Hi there! I recently started a small backyard farm and I’m trying to figure out the best options for garden edging. I want something that looks nice and

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