Grow Magazine Fall 2016 Preserving The Local Harvest - Fall 2016 | Page 3

SUSTAINABLE GROWING RESPONSIBLE DISTRIBUTION

CONTENTS

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Note
from the Publishers
Introducing our publication .

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The Boston Public Market
A place to connect with local food producers .

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Waterbath
Canning 101
Turning the abundance of the garden into versatile home canned basics and goodies .

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Root Cellars
Keeping it fresh .

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Ask
a Grower
Conscientious gardening and water conservation .

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At What Cost ?
Local apples are simply better .

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Bolton

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Family Orchard Preserves Their Heritage
Bolton Orchard preserving their heritage , doing things the right way .
The Importance of Pickles
Conclusion : An organic farmer and teacher preserves food and shares her knowledge .
Grants for Growers
State , federal and private programs .

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The Plight of Pollinators
The latest efforts to protect a vital link in the food chain .
Meadows Weather the Drought
How to help your yard weather the water shortage
The Dirt on Dirt building a foundation on which to grow .

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Rediscovering Local
The hidden local food network .

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The Locavore Recipe File
Four new and delicious recipes to add to your fall table .

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What Now ?
A seasonal , practical guide to Fall and Winter tasks for sustainable growers .

28 Resources

Selected listings that may be of interest to our readers …
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