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Practical tips, real experiences, and traditions rooted in farming life.

The Right Time to Start Your Tomato Growing Schedule

Timing makes the critical difference with tomato growing. Start too early and your seedlings become leggy and weak under inadequate light, waiting desperately for warmer conditions. Were talking tomatoes in this article.

Timing Makes All the Difference when Companion Planting for Onions

We love onions here at BFFD! But what can you plant along side them to help them grow? This article discusses companion planting for onions.

What I Learned After a Year of Eating Organic Foods

Are eating only organic foods worth it? Costly but are the health benefits there to be seen? I will tell you my experience.

Traditional British Food List: 47 Regional Classics I’ve Tested (with Regional Maps)

We are one of those countries that has such a rich history in all areas, naturally we have a rich history of food too.

Changing Food Insecurity Through Community Action and Self-Reliance

I want to talk about food insecurity in this article and how it is a serious issue, but it’s one we can address together, combining practical action with genuine care for our communities.

A Complete Guide on How to Keep Chickens in Your Garden

Read on if you’re after fresh eggs, natural pest control, or simply wanting the pleasure of keeping chickens that offer an accessible entry point into self-sufficiency.