People are finding unique ways to grow their own food. Cathy Isom tells us about surprising places and spaces where gardens seem to be popping up more and more these …
Climate Change a Good Thing for Wine?
Scientists are learning that climate change may actually be producing better wine. Cathy Isom tells us how climate change could be a good thing for wine lovers. That’s coming up …
National Beer Day
It was on this day, back in 1933 that President Franklin Roosevelt took the first step toward ending Prohibition. Cathy Isom tells us more about celebrating one of the world’s …
Keyhole Garden
If you live in a small space you can still have a garden that thrives with vegetables, flowers, plants, herbs and more. Cathy Isom has the garden ideal for small …
Local Food Market
Statistics suggest that local food markets account for a small, but growing, share of U-S agricultural production. Cathy Isom tells us why you may be seeing a lot more “locally …
Backyard Chicks
If this is the year you’re going to bring home those cute little fur babies and you’re just starting out, the first thing you should do is your homework. Cathy …
Homegrown Strawberries
If you’re considering starting your own strawberry patch right at home the good news is that they’re super easy to deal with, can produce a lot throughout the year, and …
Healthier Shopping
Can shoppers in a supermarket be nudged to buy healthier foods, for example, buying items for a complete meal with all of the food groups? Cathy Isom tells us how …
Produce in the Checkout Aisle
Would you buy more fruits and vegetables if they were right there in the supermarket checkout aisle, say next to your favorite candy bar or junk magazine? Are stores really …
Food Price Survey
An informal survey conducted by the American Farm Bureau found food prices down one percent from last year. Cathy Isom lets us know what we can expect to spend on …
National Weed Appreciation Day
They crop up in our flower beds, gardens and yards the moment we turn our backs. Cathy Isom tells us why we should appreciate the unwanted weed that just won’t …
Leftover Easter Eggs
Easter and Egg Hunts just aren’t the same without the real thing, hard-boiled then color-dyed Easter eggs. Cathy Isom tells us what to do with those leftover hard-boiled Easter Eggs. …
What is GMO Food?
While the debate continues over how to label genetically modified foods, there’s also a question of what exactly is GMO food? That story is ahead on This Land of Ours. …
Purple Produce
From potatoes to corn, beets to asparagus, you might be noticing some changes to your favorite vegetables these days – because it’s peak purple produce season. Cathy Isom tells us …