Here in the midwest, we’re the second leading producers of crops and livestock. The first is California. The trouble for…
Organic Farming: The Latest Trend in Iowa
It’s official: organic farming has taken over the State of Iowa and we’re really stoked about it! At first,…
How to Grow Healthy, Crisp Cucumbers
There’s no question that fresh, homegrown cucumbers are one of the best vegetables you can grow in your organic garden.…
Growing the Best Organic Watermelon
So many of us associate the warmth of summer and the refreshing sensation of biting into a cool, juicy bite…
When to Start Your Onion Sets and Harvest Them
One of the biggest reasons organic gardeners incorporate onions in their gardens is because they’re a high-yielding crop. In about…
When to Start Growing Your Potatoes
The snow and colder temperatures just keep coming back here in Iowa, but that doesn’t mean you can’t make preparations…
When to Harvest Spring Vegetables
Spring is right around the corner, which means you’ve prepared your garden tools, started your seeds, and chosen a layout…
Spring Vegetables You Can Start Now
Keeping track of when each vegetable for your organic garden should be seeded, transplanted, and harvested can get tricky, especially…
Organic Fertilizer and Pest Control for Your Fruit Trees
Spring is in the air and soon the warmth of summer will be here, which means you’re dying to get…
Spring Fertilization Tips for Your Garden
Taking care of your garden means feeding the soil first and not the plants. When you get used to this…