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Raging Wildfires, Farms and Climate Change

September 14, 2020 - Much of what we're all dealing with can be attributed to climate change.

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Tips for Dealing with Smoky Environments with Dr. Sarah Sue Myers

September 12, 2020 - Here are a few tips for you all in these smoky and stressful times.

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How Hard Is It to Go Plastic-Free for a Month?

September 9, 2020 - 21 Acres staff weigh in on the Plastic-Free July Ecochallenge

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Why I’m Shopping for Zero Carbon Locally by Barry Febos, Energy Manager & Educator

September 2, 2020 - Barry talks favorite carbon offsets and local renewable economy.

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Recipe: Pad Kra Pao (Basil Stir-Fry)

August 30, 2020 - Even the basil haters will love this dish.

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Local Food Systems
Recipe: Teriyaki & Black Garlic Salmon

August 22, 2020 - Did you say 5-10 minute meal prep?!

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Do you have to give up your burger? Unpacking sustainable & local meat impacts on climate change

August 20, 2020 - What if we didn’t have to stop eating meat to save the planet? Many studies have shown that in order to drastically reduce carbon emissions, Americans need to switch to plant-based diets (often with a tongue-in-cheek comment about cow farts). Does that mean we should all stop eating meat?

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Raising Sustainable Pork: Why Pastured Pigs?

August 7, 2020 - This passion has led me to an opportunity to produce a pilot project for a small farm enterprise: raising four feeder pigs on pasture, and providing local, ethically- and sustainably-produced, pasture-raised pork for my community.

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Recipe: The Best Summer Squash Two Ways

July 26, 2020 - Two really easy and very flavorful ways to use up your bumper crop of summer squash.

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