Our Resources

Gardening

The New Organic Grower By Eliot Coleman

"A Master's Manual of Tools and Techniques for the Home and Market Gardener." A small-scale farmers dream, this book has lots of information on every subject important to organic vegetable growers. A vital resource to this operation.

Four-Season Harvest By Eliot Coleman

This is an excellent book for the home gardener that wants fresh veggies all year, without having a heated greenhouse. It's full of practical, low tech ideas for harvesting in all four seasons.

The One-Straw Revolution By Masanobu Fukuoka

One of our inspirations. It's about a Japanese rice farmer, and orchardist, who set out to
harmonize his philosophy and beliefs with the way he grows food. May change the way you see life, let alone farming.

No-Work Garden By Ruth Stout

Another book for home gardening. Especially for those who don't like gardening! No composting, no watering, no weeding, no tilling, but lots of organic veggies.

Rodale's Encyclopedia of Organic Gardening Edited By Fern Marshall Bradley and Barbara W. Ellis

Cooking

The Farm Vegetarian Cookbook Edited By Louise Hagler

One of the best vegan cookbooks we have ever found. This book has become an important resource for finding healthy tasty meals that are easy to make. It also has sections on making your own tofu, tempeh, and other meat substitutes.

The Vegetarian Manifesto By Jay Fothergill

This book is presented by EarthSave Canada (An educational non-profit organization promoting awareness of the health, ethical, and environmental consequences of our food choices). This book has great recipes and also has information on food issues, as well as stocking your kitchen.

Joy of Gardening Cookbook By Janet Ballantyne

This book is awesome for any gardener. The recipes are organized by vegetable for A to Z. There are lots of good pictures to illustrate many how-to concepts, such as stuffing, wrapping, and other techniques. It is a great book to utilize those bumper crops so things don't go to waste.