Rhayna Lillie

Rhayna became interested in sustainable agriculture after minoring in the subject her first semester at Michigan State University in 2018. After spending a few years studying organic horticulture, she transferred to Northern Michigan University in the Upper Peninsula of the state, situated on the coast of Lake Superior. There, she graduated with a Bachelor of…

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Brookelynn Petracca

Brookelynn’s journey into the world of green thumbs began amidst the halls of Naugatuck Valley Community College. It was a botany class that first piqued her interest and revealed her true calling. Immersing herself in horticulture, she cultivated her knowledge and skills. With an associate degree in hand, she landed at a landscape design company…

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Sam Spano

Sam is passionate about wellness through nature, one herb at a time. She enjoys infusing her homegrown herbs into tinctures and salves, or making custom tea blends to share with her family and friends. Growing up, Sam would always watch her grandpa in his vegetable garden, and learned a lot from working alongside him. He…

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Getting Started with Maple Tapping

Not only does tapping maple trees make for a delicious hobby but it’s also easy to do. Making your own tree-to-table maple syrup provides a delectable sense of satisfaction you can enjoy every time you make pancakes. If you’re new to maple tapping, here’s how to get started.    What You’ll Need  You’ll need a…

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5 Backyard Organic Gardening Tips for Beginners

One of the biggest benefits of growing your own organic food is that you get to avoid toxic chemicals. Getting started on your first organic garden might come confusing but with just a few useful tricks it can be easier than you think! Here are our top five organic gardening tips for beginners that will…

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Organic Pest Solutions

Homefront Farmers Organic Pest Solutions Here at Homefront Farmers, environmental stewardship is the reason we do what we do. We hope that by bringing certified organic, home-grown food to your table you feel inspired to make other small changes that benefit the health of the planet and your families. One of the challenges most plaguing…

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What to Look for in an Organic Gardening Service Company

It’s no secret that maintaining a lush, healthy garden requires more than just planting seeds and walking away. It requires time and effort to reap a bountiful harvest and keep your garden free of pests. Perhaps your busy schedule won’t allow you to put in the time your garden needs. How can you find the…

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6 Insects in Your Garden That Actually Help You

While insects found inside the house can be a pest, insects in your garden can prove to be quite beneficial. Certain insects are helpful to your garden and can protect your plants from true pests. Keeping a pesticide-free, organic garden will keep these little critters happy and your garden healthy. Here’s a list of six…

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Protect Your Turf with Safe Wildlife Deterrents

Wildlife may be beautiful to watch but if they become destructive in your garden, those happy feelings can quickly turn into frustration. Rabbits and other small creatures can become far more destructive than deer so here’s how to protect your turf with a variety of safe wildlife deterrents: What To Plant One of the best…

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Top 5 Garden Chores to Finish Before November Ends

We believe organic gardening is a year-round activity, with different things to accomplish every season. Here are five garden chores you might want to complete before Winter sets in, this year! 1. Transforming Leaves and Debris Leaves make for great compost to add back as organic matter to beds. Start a leaves compost pile for…

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Are You Maximizing Your Garden Space?

Do you want to grow a variety of plants in one bed, and reap larger harvests while weeding and watering less frequently? Maximizing your garden space with square-foot gardening can help you do just that! If you want to reduce waste and increase efficiency in your garden, this is the article for you. Square-foot gardening…

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Regrow These 7 Veggies & Herbs at Home

Imagine having an unlimited supply of your favorite produce. Did you know you can regrow many popular vegetables and herbs food from scraps you might have thrown away? Whether they come from your backyard organic garden or your local grocery store, here are just seven veggies and herbs you can regrow, step by step: Ginger…

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