It says something that in the past six months, I've met a handful of people who've become deeply invested in growing their own food. One turned her fire escape into a tomato farm. Another built a ...

Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She has also written a number of books and e-books on gardens and gardening. Many ...

BDN’s Homestead section is a celebration of rural life. Our writers cover small farms, animals, DIY solutions and fascinating Maine people who find unique ways to live simply. Read more Homestead ...

Erik Knutzen and Kelly Coyne are the authors of The Urban Homestead and the blog Homegrown Evolution . They own four hens, a vegetable garden, a homemade rooftop dehydrator and are avid canners and ...