Having a compost bin is a fantastic way to convert yard waste and vegetable kitchen scraps into a great soil amendment and keep organic material out of landfills. Winter composting Colorado winters make it hard to keep backyard compost piles active. But that does not mean you cannot still compost during the colder months. It […]
Making Jams and Jellies
Making jams and jellies was one of my favorite memories as a child. Our family would travel to places that allowed us to pick our fruit. Nowadays I either grow my own fruit or find a local farmers’ market to purchase fresh picked fruit to make jams that can be enjoyed throughout the fall, winter, […]
Let’s Talk Canning Equipment
It is that time of the year that we are seeing lots of produce ready for harvest in our gardens, community gardens or farmers markets. Knowing the proper canning method and equipment needed to preserve the produce for your family is important. Canning Equipment When putting food up using a canning method there are some […]
