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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