Posted by Grange Co-op on 13th Jun 2023
So, you’ve decided you want to keep bees! Now what? You don’t have to be an expert to start beekeeping, but you do need a basic understanding of the tools and timing involved. Keeping bees as a hobby or for profit can be rewarding. But it does take some work and preparation.
The Basics of Beekeeping
Before ordering your beekeeping supplies, you need to make a plan. Consider the timing of setti… Read more
Posted by Grange Co-op on 9th May 2023
Nothing is more satisfying than canning food that you’ve grown and lining up the canning jars in the pantry. Preserving food might be a family tradition that you watched your parents or grandparents do when you were a kid. People have been canning food in jars since the early 1800s. Unfortunately, poorly designed pressure cookers and improper canning practices led to serious illnesses and injuries. Toda… Read more
Posted by Grange Co-op on 14th Mar 2023
Even if you’ve never tried it, you’ve probably heard of kombucha by now. The drink has become very popular in recent years, showing up in every place from the grocery store to gas stations. Kombucha might seem like the latest trendy drink, but it’s a lot more than that.
What Is Kombucha?
Kombucha is a fermented drink made with different types of teas. Oolong, black tea, and green tea each contribute to th… Read more
Posted by Grange Co-op on 9th Mar 2023
There are lots of reasons to grow a lemon tree indoors. Naturally, many people grow a lemon tree for delicious and versatile fruit. You can use your harvest in all kinds of sweet or savory recipes, to clean with, or as decoration. Another reason that some people find just as powerful is the beautiful, fragrant flowers. They can make your home smell like spring during wintertime!
What You Need to Grow a Lem… Read more