Our food system is broken. Industrial agriculture is a cultural and ecological tragedy that has already resulted in the loss of one-third of the Earth’s fertile soil, the overwhelming destruction of biodiversity, and the loss of Native seeds, knowledge, and culture. This intensive way of farming is unsustainable and unnatural. But it wasn’t always this… Continue reading Regenerative Agriculture for a Sustainable Future
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Stop Feeding the Landfill
Our current practice of mindlessly disposing of kitchen waste and backyard debris in landfills has far-reaching environmental consequences. One of the most alarming byproducts of this habit is the production of methane. This super-pollutant is up to 80 times more toxic than carbon dioxide and significantly contributes to climate change. Due to the sheer volume… Continue reading Stop Feeding the Landfill
Stagger Lee
A recent phone conversation with my beloved grandfather turned into an unexpected exploration of the rich tapestry of American folklore. Enjoy. Grandfather: “Ok, so I have two things to tell you. First, if you’re ever feeling blue, pull up and listen to ‘Stagger Lee,’ by Lloyd Price. Oh, it’s a really neat, fun song. Just… Continue reading Stagger Lee
The Sun is Shining
On a recent Saturday morning, I had an encounter that profoundly impacted me. While running errands, I heard an older gentleman softly singing to himself, and his voice was truly remarkable. He sang a low gospel blues tune. Deep and soulful. As I paused to listen, I turned to the man and said, “Good morning,… Continue reading The Sun is Shining
The Positive Environmental Impacts of Hemp
In 2019, the world’s leading climate scientists warned that we have only 11 years left to prevent irreversible damage from climate change. Big headline solutions to our impending climate crisis often include switching from fossil fuels to renewable energy, improving our disastrous industrialized farming practices, limiting deforestation, and restoring our ecosystems–all of which seem like… Continue reading The Positive Environmental Impacts of Hemp