The Shafter-Wasco Compost Facility, located on Scofield Avenue adjacent to the Shafter-Wasco landfill, was completed in September, following a construction period that began in April. It is designed ...

Seven weeks after replacing the last of our ancient “lawn” with Bee Turf and Alternative Lawn Blend, I gave the lush and frilly greenscape its first haircut with our rechargeable battery-powered mower ...

(Beyond Pesticides, September 22, 2025) Comments are due by 11:59 pm ET on October 8, 2025! When the National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) meets twice a year, it is an opportunity for the public to ...

Compost tea is a liquid concentrate made by steeping compost in water which infuses water with microorganisms and nutrients. Compost is a wonder for your garden and yard, and compost tea offers the ...

When winter comes around, one of my favorite things to do is sip a warm cup of chai tea. There’s something peaceful about enjoying it while listening to the rain outside. It’s cozy and comforting. But ...

During the winter months, farmers often called to ask if we had research on specific biological products. I even heard a few refer to 2025 as “the year of the biologicals,” given how frequently ...

Join this fun, informative and interactive class at one of the best nurseries in CA. Randy Ritchie, founder of Malibu Compost and gardening author will walk you through – HOW TO use Real Organic ...

Sweet tea is a Southern staple and many homes will have a pitcher at the ready for guests stopping by. While there are plenty of tasty store-bought brands (see some of our favorites here), most ...

If you drink tea daily, reconsider tossing out those used tea bags. Tea leaves contain nutrients beneficial to plants when they break down into compost. Tea can also function as a pest repellent or ...

Brandee Gruener is a digital editor and writer with 20 years of experience. Her articles on gardening, homes, food, and health have appeared in Hunker, American Gardener, and other national and ...