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

The Spinach That Never Stops: How to Grow Perpetual Spinach

Have you ever heard of perpetual spinach? Perpetual spinach adapts well to container growing, which makes it suitable for balconies, patios, or small urban gardens.

Why Britain Needs to Step Up it’s food Security in the UK

British food security growers face unique challenges compared to most European nations. We import roughly 46% of our food, with particular reliance on continental suppliers for fruit and vegetables throughout winter months. We can change this though… together.

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.

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.
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