All posts by Amy Schmidt

Deep within the cold, dark seas there is an algae group called diatoms. Their special shells have evolved over millions of years.

Most organic farmers choose organic for a combination of environmental, personal and financial reasons. If you are a farmer or a prospective farmer, there is a strong case for going organic.

Regardless of how women’s work is perceived, women play important roles around the world in agriculture, food production, and other industries too. Their work is critical.

Some tried and true, as well as newly researched, methods for building mental health wherever you are. The best part is, these tend to be good for physical and emotional health as well.

The fruit is characterized by its lumpy appearance and potato-like flesh. Tantalizing, right? Well, let’s not judge a book by its cover here. The breadfruit superfood is packed with nutrition and usefulness. 

Breadfruit is a hot new superfood that works as a hearty substitute for meat. Check out these flavor-packed vegan breadfruit tacos.

Coffee is among the most valuable export crops on Earth and small-scale or artisanal coffee farming make 70% of the world’s coffee.

Sourdough bread comes from one of the oldest forms of grain fermentation, with microbes dating back to ancient times.

The goal of sustainable farming to farm in ways that meet our current needs of without compromising the needs of future generations.