Canning and Preserving Produce From Your Garden: Is It Worth It?

Canning and preserving garden produce is worth it, providing self-sufficiency, especially in rural areas or during winter. It offers satisfaction and personalized food stocks, suitable for smaller families or as unique gifts. Despite the effort, it’s a rewarding way to utilize one’s garden fully. It’s that time again. Planting the vegetable garden.  And getting ready … Read more

Our Backyard Vegetable Garden: The Fun and The Challenges

A vibrant illustration of a flourishing backyard vegetable garden.

Creating a backyard vegetable garden brings fresh produce and joy, but involves challenges like battling pests and weather dependency. It fosters convenience, and canning/freezing opportunities, yet demands labor and faces unpredictable elements. The experience enriches meals and life, despite the effort. It’s summer and time to reap the benefits of our backyard vegetable garden. I … Read more