OLC Finds New Purpose
The solstice on June 20th marked the longest day of the year and the beginning of summer. While in the most northern part of the area Grow Appalachia serves,
WHISPER A LITTLE PRAYER & WATCH IT GROW!
Garden Angels Last year, I had moved up to a Grow Appalachia Coordinator at St. Vincent Mission. The past few years, I have been under three former Coordinators in
Young Farmers at Work
The latest at Ruby Grow By: Cheyenne and Nathan The latest information at Ruby Grow and what’s going on at the farm. As of late we’ve been working hard and
Bees a swarmin’
In 2016, after a decades-long hiatus, Grow Appalachia helped Pine Mountain Settlement School revive its historic apiary on the campus farm. Starting with two nucleus colonies (NUCS's) purchased in Western
Plant Insecurity
We have all heard the term “Food Insecurity.” Securing enough food has always been a struggle for man. Through the efforts of many, the problem of food insecurity
Reaping the Benefits of Gardening
Whether it be sore knees, back, or fatigue, the benefits of gardening outweigh them all whether it be emotional or physical. It is not only good for your health but
Becoming a Garden Mother – By Grow Wayne Guest Blogger Shayla Owens Lucas
This time last year, I was 10 weeks pregnant with my first child, my daughter Mallory. I was also overzealous and consumed with all my plans and dreams for the
Happy Independence Day!!
Independence from Food Insecurity Some look at independence as not having to rely on anyone or anything. In Appalachia, that includes our food. We've become a generation of
On The Road to the Bluegrass State
It's only May and it feels like summer already, y'all! Looks like we’re past that frost date here in the Northern Panhandle, and our growing season here at Grow
Working while in Kenya
Hello Grow Appalachia family, I wanted to use this space as a way to give some final thoughts about my time working for Grow Appalachia this semester from Kenya. This
