One man, in doing something that he loves, built a greenhouse and uses some pretty unconventional methods for maintaining his garden. He created a YouTube channel for those who would like to know more about his methods. Gardening has become a hobby for him, and one that he’s become addicted to expanding on. Food for […]
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Living off the grid was once considered a fringe movement reserved for solitarians and individuals preparing for the apocalypse, but it has begun receiving a lot more attention and interest from the general population over the last several years. As the cost of living continues to rise, political upheaval and social unrest become increasingly common, […]
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Although it is never going to be a national sport, gardening does have many benefits, especially for the gardener. So much so that many people look forward to the gardening season and hate having to wait for the weather to catch up. But do they really need to wait? This underground greenhouse can make for […]
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Most houses use heating units to stay warm through the winter. However, this home is built within a greenhouse, creating a bubble of summer in Stockholm, Sweden. The residents of this environmentally-friendly abode are Marie Granmar, Charles Sacilotto, and their young son. The 4-millimeter surrounding glass cost about $84,000 to install. This Home Stays Warm […]
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Growing your own vegetables and herbs is a great way to connect yourself with nature, and lessen the demand that supermarkets have to supply. However, when nature is working against you, it might be time to think about building a greenhouse. Luckily, there are abundant examples to work from on the internet, including this nifty […]
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It is important that people operate with a sense of self-sufficiency, for most this means, keeping things on a smaller scale, gardening in their own backyards, or going to local farmer’s markets. However many people are looking at how the industrial revolution and advancements in technology can create change in communities. These people, like Nona […]
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Most of us grow up learning that worms are good for the soil and are welcomed guests in a garden. The truth, at least for parts of North America, could be further from that. There is one worm, in particular, however, that is the worst of them all. This is a worm with a white […]
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If you’re like me, you cringe when you see people leaving the grocery store with a cart full of items in plastic bags. The problem is that even if these people dutifully dispose of these plastic bags in designated recycling receptacles, only a small percentage of it (up to 20 percent) will be recycled [1]. […]
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A homeless man in Conifer, Colorado, finally was able to get off the streets and live in an RV on property he purchased himself. Not long after, however, by-law officers all but kicked him off of his property. Unfortunately, his isn’t the only tale like this. Homeless Man Kicked Off Of His Own Property After […]
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Germany is known for its beer and bratwurst. These are two traditional mainstays in the German diet. PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) is built on the idea of protecting animals and ensuring they are treated in a way that is humane so it is understandable that these German delicacies aren’t their cup […]
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You may find red, orange, or even green tomatoes at your local supermarket, but be prepared to potentially see purple ones next year. The USDA has approved a genetically modified purple tomato to be sold to the American public. In a September news release, the agency explained, “From a plant pest risk perspective, this plant […]
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Let’s just cut straight to the point- who doesn’t like vacations? After all, for most of us, we work to enjoy those holidays even more- if possible. Jonny Wheeler of Clinton showed the world that work and vacation could go hand in hand. It has been 7 years since that revelation, and Wheeler doesn’t seem […]
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