A closer look at self-sufficiency, and how to make it happen anywhere

Home gardens have buffered households against starvation throughout history, and they should continue to play this role now more than ever, argues farmer and educator Michael Pilarski. Home gardens are not obsolete, but an important food security measure, and what he calls one of the most democratic, efficient ways to produce food with a low environmental impact. He feels that we have the potential to make this one of our dominant food supplies. In addition, we need to relearn to read our landscape to seek out the best wild foods. Full story: Friends of the Trees Society