The City of New Bedford is urging residents to be more mindful about waste during the holidays, offering several tips to reduce landfill contributions. Jennifer Vieira, director of the Department of ...

I this video I explain what we do when we run out of our own homemade compost. I also show our composting bay system made from pallets and describe how to use this method to make the best compost.

Dear Eartha, I saw so much food wasted during the holidays. My New Year’s resolution is to throw away less food and support ...

ALEXANDRIA — From garden to table, discover the secrets of cultivating healthy, homegrown produce at a special educational event hosted by Douglas County Extension Master Gardeners. Join them Saturday ...

Composting is beneficial to gardeners and the environment, but to make the most of it, you need to discover which method best suits your situation and needs.

Cuisine Noir often spotlights community gardens and outdoor farming in conversations about climate and food, but not everyone ...

Neem oil is a gentle, effective way to keep bugs off your plants. It works against aphids, spider mites, and whiteflies, and ...

Skip the store-bought stuff — this simple and creative Native American–inspired technique uses a natural helper you might ...

The backyard garden revolution is underway, and it’s sprouting in the most unexpected place: your seed packet. Gardeners ...

Asheville and Buncombe County government offices will close Dec. 24-26, as well as Jan. 1, for the holiday. Here's how services will be affected.

Her father-in-law told her that the solution to her gravel path being overrun with unwanted grass and weeds was, ...

With the cold weather and shorter days, gardening in January can be a challenge. Watch weather reports and protect your plants from frost and other weather conditions. Cover them when necessary ...