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Join Judith, Wendi, and Greg for a lively conversation about using a steam juicer for making chicken broth, a method new to Judith and Greg. Then they dive into composting techniques, pressure canning, and maintenance of kitchen equipment. The conversation also delves into their personal homesteading practices, experiences with gardening, and how they manage their respective farms. The energetic dialogue underscores their shared passion for sustainable living and continuous learning.

Greg’s Big Why

I have always been one to take on big visions and perhaps the Urban Farm Fruit Tree Program is one of the biggest...ok well for sure my longest lived project. 25 years ago two interesting things collided...

While you might not know Goodness Grows Organics as of yet, if you’re on this page you’re going to. I'm Greg Peterson and two years ago My sweety Heidi and I moved from Phoenix, AZ to Asheville, NC, where we purchased a 4-acre plot of land and since then have been diligently turning it into a farm and a place to grow a lot of our own food.

In this Podcast interview of Greg: he discusses the process of growing fruit trees, focusing on his experiences in Phoenix, Arizona, and Asheville, North Carolina. He emphasizes the importance of selecting the right varieties for each region and the need for ongoing care that’s a lot simpler than most would assume. Greg also points out the genetic diversity of fruit trees and the long-term benefits they provide before sharing resources for learning more.

How much should you be paying for your fruit trees? That is really a good question. I’ve been playing with and planting fruit trees since 1974 in the low desert, so I have seen a lot! Recently Janis and I got a crazy impulse and decided to

This week's video is the next step in developing the back yard. We have gate! Our privacy fence is now complete with the addition of a gate. I built it using the same thought process as the fence (horizontal slats) and oh it turned out incredible!

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