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  1. 🌱 How many wild edible plants do you know?

    Learning to identify edible and medicinal plants can build confidence, practical skills and a deeper connection with nature. Imagine raising children who know plants by name and understand what nature can provide.

    Start with the plants around you. Learn, forage responsibly, and enjoy the adventure. 🌿💚

    #Foraging #Nature #Permaculture #FoodSecurity #Sustainability

  2. 🌱 How many wild edible plants do you know?

    Learning to identify edible and medicinal plants can build confidence, practical skills and a deeper connection with nature. Imagine raising children who know plants by name and understand what nature can provide.

    Start with the plants around you. Learn, forage responsibly, and enjoy the adventure. 🌿💚

    #Foraging #Nature #Permaculture #FoodSecurity #Sustainability

  3. 🌱 How many wild edible plants do you know?

    Learning to identify edible and medicinal plants can build confidence, practical skills and a deeper connection with nature. Imagine raising children who know plants by name and understand what nature can provide.

    Start with the plants around you. Learn, forage responsibly, and enjoy the adventure. 🌿💚

    #Foraging #Nature #Permaculture #FoodSecurity #Sustainability

  4. Why did 1,000 world citizens bury their underpants?

    Study: Land use is the biggest factor in determining decomposition rates of organic cotton underpants.

    Jennifer Ouellette – Aug 27, 2026

    Excerpt: "A thousand people voluntarily buried their cotton underpants for two months—not to keep the Underpants Gnomes from stealing them, but as part of a citizen science project to map out soil health in 25 countries around the world. The results of this unique experiment were reported in a new paper published in the journal #PlantsPeoplePlanet.

    " 'Our results show that how soil is managed can significantly affect both soil life and soil quality,' said co-author Marcel van der Heijden, an #agroecologist at the University of Zurich. 'Healthy, biologically active soil is crucial for fertility, nutrient cycling and many other #ecosystem services.'

    " #SoilHealth is critical for #agriculture and, by extension, #FoodSecurity, not to mention a healthy #GlobalEcosystem, but it has been declining worldwide, per the authors. One key indicator of soil health is #decomposition rates of complex organic matter, breaking down stuff like leaves, wood, even cadavers into simpler organic and inorganic compounds, releasing C02 and nutrients in the process. There have been relatively few large-scale national decomposition studies involving different land use types, although smaller studies have shown that how humans use a site can significantly affect the soil’s biological diversity.

    "Commercially available teabags are a common material used to measure decomposition rates, known as the #TeabagIndex ( #TBI ). However, Van der Heijden and colleagues felt the teabag index could be improved upon, given that it requires careful handling and specific tools, like a fine-scale balance. They opted for a more playful approach to illustrate soil composition.

    "Prior research had shown that cotton strips could also be used to assess decomposition, so why not engage in a bit of #CitizenScience and ask volunteers to bury cotton underpants for a couple of months, then dig them up and record the results? That’s exactly what the authors did in a national project they dubbed 'Proof by Underpants.' "

    Read more:
    arstechnica.com/science/2026/0

    #SolarPunkSunday #CitizenScientists #MeasuringSoilHealth #SoilMicrobes #Gardening #Soil #SoilQuality

  5. It feels like my campaign is moving on the back of a turtle. 🐢💔

    We’re still $16 short of a fish meal my little girl is longing for. 🐟
    My mother’s surgery is still waiting for support — $2,495 remains.

    And to keep our story heard, I urgently need $40 for internet.

    If you can help with even $1, or simply share this, you could make a real difference to us. ❤️
    chuffed.org/project/sereengaza
    #helpgaza
    #Gazachildren
    #foodsafety
    #foodsecurity
    #surgeryneeded
    #treatment

  6. In a nation of so many foodbanks going, "maybe you should stock up on tinned goods for the Climate Crisis we failed to deal with" is a bit much.

    And then to approve drilling in Jackdaw, it's like they're making it so easy for the Holborn and St Pancras byelection, isn't it?

    Fuck Andy Burnham, and fuck the guy (because it won't be a lady) who replaces him in two years!

    #UKpol #UKpolitics #ClimateCrisis #Jackdaw #HolbornAndStPancras #Foodbanks #Poverty #FoodSecurity

  7. In a nation of so many foodbanks going, "maybe you should stock up on tinned goods for the Climate Crisis we failed to deal with" is a bit much.

    And then to approve drilling in Jackdaw, it's like they're making it so easy for the Holborn and St Pancras byelection, isn't it?

    Fuck Andy Burnham, and fuck the guy (because it won't be a lady) who replaces him in two years!

    #UKpol #UKpolitics #ClimateCrisis #Jackdaw #HolbornAndStPancras #Foodbanks #Poverty #FoodSecurity

  8. In a nation of so many foodbanks going, "maybe you should stock up on tinned goods for the Climate Crisis we failed to deal with" is a bit much.

    And then to approve drilling in Jackdaw, it's like they're making it so easy for the Holborn and St Pancras byelection, isn't it?

    Fuck Andy Burnham, and fuck the guy (because it won't be a lady) who replaces him in two years!

    #UKpol #UKpolitics #ClimateCrisis #Jackdaw #HolbornAndStPancras #Foodbanks #Poverty #FoodSecurity

  9. In a nation of so many foodbanks going, "maybe you should stock up on tinned goods for the Climate Crisis we failed to deal with" is a bit much.

    And then to approve drilling in Jackdaw, it's like they're making it so easy for the Holborn and St Pancras byelection, isn't it?

    Fuck Andy Burnham, and fuck the guy (because it won't be a lady) who replaces him in two years!

    #UKpol #UKpolitics #ClimateCrisis #Jackdaw #HolbornAndStPancras #Foodbanks #Poverty #FoodSecurity

  10. In a nation of so many foodbanks going, "maybe you should stock up on tinned goods for the Climate Crisis we failed to deal with" is a bit much.

    And then to approve drilling in Jackdaw, it's like they're making it so easy for the Holborn and St Pancras byelection, isn't it?

    Fuck Andy Burnham, and fuck the guy (because it won't be a lady) who replaces him in two years!

    #UKpol #UKpolitics #ClimateCrisis #Jackdaw #HolbornAndStPancras #Foodbanks #Poverty #FoodSecurity

  11. … extreme weather and killing people, with the most extreme #heatwave ever recorded hitting Europe this summer—El Niño will ratchet up the effects even further and likely push 50 m people into hunger.

    #FoodSecurity #ClimateChange

  12. Moringa lattes and tigernut kebabs: the young Ghanaians ‘taking back the power’ of their food
    By Kaamil Ahmed

    In Ghana, a grassroots movement is championing nutritious, homegrown, climate-resilient produce, rather than western imports

    theguardian.com/global-develop

    #Foodsecurity #Ghana #Globaldevelopment #Food #Africa #Worldnews #TheGuardian #KaamilAhmed

  13. #OssipeeNH - Provisions #FoodPantry & #ThriftStore

    1895 White Mtn Hwy (Rt 16)
    West Ossipee NH 03890

    FOOD PANTRY HOURS
    MONDAY from 1pm-5pm
    FRIDAY from 9:30am-3pm
    (closed all other days)

    "Our Mission

    Providing affordable, quality goods to our community, while supporting our mission of alleviating hunger and food insecurity by offering nutritious food to those in need.

    Donate to the Pantry

    Make a monetary donation to Provisions Food Pantry and help us purchase food and supplies for those in need. Every dollar counts!

    If you'd prefer to donate goods to the pantry, shelf-stable canned (vegetables, meats, fruits) and dried goods (pasta, rice) often come to mind. Please check expiration dates before donating. Other needed and appreciated items:

    - vegetable oil
    - herbs, spices and seasonings
    - jellies and jams
    - syrup
    - condiments (ketchup, mayo, mustard, relish, bbq sauce, etc.)
    - baking mixes or ingredients
    - honey
    - salad dressings
    - canned fish and meats
    - coffee, tea, hot chocolate
    - laundry and dish detergent
    - personal hygiene products (razors, shampoo, soap, toothpaste, feminine products, shaving cream, deodorant)
    - cleaning supplies


    Donate to the Thrift Store

    Don't toss those treasures! Donate your clean, gently used items in good repair to Provisions. Your donations help us provide affordable clothing, furniture and household goods to the community. Proceeds from the store directly support the food pantry. Donating your used items is also a fantastic way to reduce waste and help the planet.

    ALL donations must be approved by the store manager Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9am-4pm.

    We cannot accept:

    - Mattresses or box springs
    - Sofa Beds
    - Torn, faded, or stained linens or clothing
    - Electronics - TVs, computers, printers
    Items with damage or missing parts
    - Large appliances
    - Large furniture without prior approval of staff
    - Car Seats "

    FMI:
    provisionsfoodandthrift.org/

    #SolarPunkSunday #NewHampshire #SharingEconomy #MutualAid #CommunitySupport #ReuseRepairRestore #FoodSecurity #BuildingCommunity

  14. 📰 Losing Wild Pollinators Means Losing Vital Nutrients

    🌏 Nepal: A year‑long study in Jumla shows that bees, hoverflies, and other wild pollinators quietly supply **over 20% of essential vitamins** to smallholder farming communities.

    🐝 When insects decline, diets collapse. Pollinator‑dependent crops like beans, pumpkins, and apples form the backbone of local nutrition, especially for children already facing high rates of stunting.

    🌼 But there is hope. Simple, low‑cost steps like planting native wildflowers, protecting bee habitat, and reducing pesticides can boost pollinator numbers, raise farm income, and restore nutrient security.

    🔗 zmescience.com/ecology/animals

    #InsectSaturday #FoodSecurity #Ecology #Biodiversity #Pollinators #NativePlants #Environment

  15. 10 Easy Ways to Preserve Your Garden #Harvest (#Freezing, #Pickling, and More)

    Written By: Catherine Boeckmann, last updated August 7, 2026

    "What do you do with the bounty from your garden? Freeze it, pickle it, dry it, store it! If you’re new to preserving food, here are 10 quick and easy ideas—from freezing mint in ice cubes to making a small-batch pesto recipe using just a handful of basil leaves!"

    Includes recipes for:
    #RefrigeratorPickles #QuickPickles #Recipes #FoodPreservation #Pesto #FreezingHerbs #DryingHerbs #FreezeBerries #ZucchiniBread #OvenDryTomatoes #RefrigeratorJam #FreezingCorn #HerbalVinegars

    Excerpt: "Store Long-Lasting Crops

    Little or no special equipment is required to put these goods away until you want them:

    #Apples: Apples keep well for about 6 months at temperatures above freezing but below 45°F. If you don’t have a root cellar, a double cardboard box in a cool basement can approximate the conditions.

    #Carrots: After harvesting, remove the green tops and brush off any excess dirt. Put the carrots into a cardboard box and pack dry sand around them. Store the box in a cool basement.

    #Onions and #Garlic: Hang mature, dry-skin onion bulbs in a mesh bag in a cool, dry, airy location. Braided onions and garlic can also be hung.

    #RootVegetables: If covered with a thick layer of mulch (hay, dried leaves, straw), carrots, garlic, horseradish, leeks, parsley, parsnips, radishes, and turnips can be left in the ground well into the winter and harvested into the spring."

    Learn more:
    almanac.com/10-quick-and-easy-

    #SolarPunkSunday #FoodSecurity #PreservingTheHarvest #FoodPreservation

  16. #UMaineCooperativeExtension - Bulletin #4085, Let’s Preserve: #Tomatoes

    Developed by Penn State Cooperative Extension with special project funds from Extension Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture.

    Table of Contents

    - Recommended Varieties
    - Quality
    - Quantity
    - #Acidification
    - #Freezing
    - #Canning Procedure
    - Process Times

    Recipes

    - #TomatoJuice
    - Tomato and Vegetable Juice Blend
    - Whole, Halved or Crushed Tomatoes
    - Tomatoes and Okra or Tomatoes and Zucchini
    - Chili Salsa (Hot Pepper-Tomato Dip)
    - Standard Tomato Sauce
    - Spaghetti Sauce without Meat
    - Hot Barbecue Sauce
    - Standard Tomato Ketchup
    - Country Western Ketchup
    - Blender Ketchup

    Learn more:
    extension.umaine.edu/publicati

    #SolarPunkSunday #PreservingTomatoes #FoodSecurity #PreservingTheHarvest #GrowYourOwnFood #FoodPreservation