Michelle Obama—A Role Model for Environmentally Conscious Children

First Lady of the United States, Michelle Obama, recently announced that she will be clearing the ground for an organic vegetable garden at the White House.  This announcement comes on the heels of a national trend for people to go back to growing their own flower and vegetable gardens, and even digging... Read More

Composting 101

You may have heard about compost and the benefits that can occur.  Compost is a mixture of different organic substances that can be recycled, such as yard clippings, leaves, twigs, and kitchen waste.  As long as the items can be decomposed, then it can be used in compost.  Many people have started... Read More

Clean Your Air With Houseplants

A while back, NASA found that common houseplants help fight indoor pollution. NASA had been researching ways to keep the atmosphere in space stations clean and inhabitable for humans, and in the process found something that can be used here on Earth to keep our own habitats cleaner and more breath-friendly.... Read More

Six Tips for Your Eco-Friendly Garden

Spring is just around the corner! As the winter drags on, we longingly look outside for hints that our garden is still there, buried beneath snow, but waiting patiently for warm air and cleansing rains. If you are starting to think spring, and think gardens, it’s time to think about what it will take... Read More

The Organic Difference, Part 5

Local and seasonal Although not actually written into the legal standards that govern organic food, the majority of organic growers support local food initiatives, which encourage consumers to buy their food locally and seasonally. The organic community supports local food initiatives such as farmers... Read More

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