What is the Endocannabinoid System and how is it involved in the neurological pathways of pain, inflammation, insomnia and anxiety? Cannabidiol (CBD) oil occurs naturally in hemp and marijuana (collectively called cannabis). There are multiple cannabinoid compounds found in cannabis. Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and CBD are well known for their medicinal properties. CBD is ideal for…
1. The Discovery Chew chew chew. Pluck! Chew chew chew. Pluck! Pluck! Chew chew chew. “Ahhhh.” Emma was happy. The sun was shining and the gras was fresh and green. Pluck! Chew chew chew. Taking a deep breath, she relaxed and nature called. But what was that? Emma turned around and looked at her… You…
Benefits of Composted Horse Manure Readily available in many rural areas, yet hard to come by in the city, learn the benefits of composted horse manure as a good source of nutrients and a popular addition to many home gardens. It is a prime source of nitrogen, potassium and phosphorus. It can give new…
How did food systems develop? Food systems first emerged with the beginning of civilization, when agriculture enabled permanent settlements. Now humans could grow more crops and raise more animals than they needed to feed they own families. The ability to produce a surplus changed human culture; instead of constantly moving to find new sources of…
What are Local Food Systems? (And why do we love them?) More and more people (aka Locavores) join the local foods movement. What exactly does local food mean and what are the advantages of “supporting your local farmer”? Everyone eats. Therefore, everyone needs food. (Duh!) If you don’t happen to be a self-sufficient farmer, living off…
Mushroom Cultivation requires some willingness to learn, some basic lab equipment and a lot of patience. This blog will give you an overview of the different steps on your way to harvesting fresh gourmet mushrooms. A detailed description of each step will follow (See the first one: How to Prepare Spawn). The easiest way to grow…
How do Mushrooms reproduce? As I have mentioned in an earlier post (see The Mushroom Life Cycle), when trying to cultivate mushrooms, it is important to know about their life stages and how mushrooms reproduce. You can use this knowledge not only to provide the best conditions to grow your mushrooms, but also to improve and…
The kingdom Fungi consists of several groups (phyla) of which each has its own unique life cycle. Edible mushrooms (e.g. Oysters, Shiitake, Reishi) belong to the group Basidiomycota. If you want to start the cultivation of these mushrooms at home, it is important to know about the mushroom life cycle. This will help you to…
Mushrooms and Manure Manure is organic matter, which can be used as organic fertilizer in agriculture. It is mostly derived from animal feces and has been used for centuries as it provides many benefits. Adding organic matter to soil improves soil structure, increases the water-holding capacity, improves drainage, provides a source of micronutrients, reduces wind…
All Mushrooms are Edible. Some Only Once.
