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Energy Independence: On Farm Biodiesel Fuel Production (video)

Energy Independence: On Farm Biodiesel Fuel Production (video)

Roger Rainville is plowing ahead on meeting his own energy needs. His fuel costs about $1.70 per gallon to make.

Beekeeping Basics: Getting Started (video)

Beekeeping Basics: Getting Started (video)

Glen Andresen, a Portland beekeeper for 20 years, discusses the basics of beekeeping before purchasing hives, bees, and related equipment.

Lon Rombough: Grafting Fruit Trees (video)

Lon Rombough: Grafting Fruit Trees (video)

Horticulturist Lon Rombough takes us through his steps for grafting cuttings from fruit trees to other trees.

Trantham’s Sustainable 12 Aprils Dairy Grazing Program

Trantham’s Sustainable 12 Aprils Dairy Grazing Program

Dairy farmer, Tom Trantham, converted his conventional dairy operation to a sustainable farm, increasing his milk production while also reducing his input costs.

From the Field: Kale (video)

From the Field: Kale (video)

In an effort to learn where our food comes from, Ivy Manning visits a local farm to find out more about kale.

Tour De Hive Honey Bees Tour in Portland (video)

Tour De Hive Honey Bees Tour in Portland (video)

Matthew Reed, who offers a range of beekeeping services, shares his expert knowledge of bee hives and honeybees.

Harvesting and Saving Seeds from the Garden, part 2 (video)

Harvesting and Saving Seeds from the Garden, part 2 (video)

After harvesting the seeds, how do you save them for the next year?

Harvesting and Saving Seeds from the Garden, part 1 (video)

Harvesting and Saving Seeds from the Garden, part 1 (video)

An avid gardener and backyard farmer, seed harvesting and seed saving is important to Donna Smith.