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Verify Your Vegetation Audio Article Apr 03, 2025

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Listen as Bruce Ingram reads his article on foraging for wild edibles like mushrooms, nuts, and fruits, highlighting the importance of accurately identifying edible species to avoid poisonous look-alikes. He details specific examples of edible plants and their toxic counterparts, offering tips for safe foraging and emphasizing the need for caution and expert verification.

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The Mother Earth News and Friends podcast shares the stories of leaders in sustainable and rural living. We're passionate about helping people learn more about natural health, homesteading, sustainability, and more. You can catch new episodes on Thursdays.

Preventing Spring Poultry Illness Audio Article and Discussion Mar 21, 2025

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This episode is brought to you by Home Fresh Poultry Feeds.

On this episode of Mother Earth News and Friends Kenny Coogan reads his article on preventing poultry illnesses, focusing on spring-related issues like avian influenza and parasites. He then further discusses the article with Audra Trosper and Alyssa Warner, including disinfectant options for coops and equipment, and addresses egg-binding prevention and treatment. The crew also discusses predator deterrence and the importance of veterinary care for poultry.

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Sustainable Fishing Mar 13, 2025

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On this episode of Mother Earth News and Friends, we talk to Kevin McCray from Safe Catch and Angelina Skowronski from the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) about sustainable fishing practices, emphasizing the importance of third-party certifications like the MSC Ecolabel to assure consumers that seafood is sustainably sourced. It highlights the evolution of sustainability definitions, moving from basic catch methods to a holistic view that includes ecosystem health and global environmental impact. The conversation also explores the differences between wild-caught and farm-raised seafood, the need for mercury testing, and emerging trends in sustainable fishing.

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Hatching Goose, Guinea, and Duck Eggs Mar 06, 2025

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In this episode of the Mother Earth News and Friends podcast John Metzer of Metzer Farms and Stephen Horst of Fifth Day Farm offer advice on the temperatures needed for incubating guinea, goose, and duck eggs., how to prepare the eggs for incubation, how long to incubate them, and at what point to assist the hatching process.

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Exploring Microfarms with Jean-Martin Fortier Feb 27, 2025

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On this episode of Mother Earth News and Friends podcast Jean-Martin Fortier, a farmer, author, educator, and advocate for regenerative, human-scale, profitable agriculture, discusses his book, "The Market Gardener," and his newest book, "Microfarms," which covers the art of sustainable small-scale farming.

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Rewilding Your Property Feb 20, 2025

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This podcast episode of Mother Earth News and Friends features Nikola Alexandre and Nick Schwanz discussing the concept of rewilding properties. They explore the differences between rewilding and regeneration, emphasizing the importance of human involvement in ecosystem health and the need to shift from a "fortress conservation" mindset. The conversation also touches on the role of fire in land regeneration, the challenges of encouraging community acceptance of rewilding aesthetics, and practical first steps for homeowners looking to begin the regenerative process.

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Easy Chicken Breeds for Beginners Feb 13, 2025

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Discover the perfect chicken breed for your first backyard flock with expert advice from Eric Stromberg of Stromberg's Chickens. Learn about friendly breeds, top egg layers, and predator-savvy tips to help new chicken keepers navigate the world of poultry.

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Best Beekeeping Practices Jan 30, 2025

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This episode of Mother Earth News and Friends discusses beekeeping best practices with Tara Dawn Chapman, author of the new book "For the Bees." Chapman emphasizes the importance of understanding honeybee biology for successful beekeeping. She discusses swarm prevention techniques and how to manage brood development frames within the hive.

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Benefits of Herbal Tea Jan 16, 2025

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In this episode of the Mother Earth News and Friends podcast, herbalist Kami McBride shares her expertise on the wonderful world of herbal teas. Learn about the health benefits of various herbs, from calming chamomile to energizing dandelion root. Discover simple recipes and tips for creating delicious and therapeutic herbal infusions at home, including how to make a refreshing summery rose hip tea and a soothing blend for stress relief.

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Your Path to Self-Reliance Jan 02, 2025

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Join Curtis Stone as he shares how you might begin your self-reliance journey. Consider the factors that affect how you are motivated and find value in your life.

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