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Melissa K. Norris

Melissa K. Norris

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Trays of shredded zucchini going into the freeze dryer.

Must-Know Freeze Drying Tips (With Carolyn Thomas)

Read moreMust-Know Freeze Drying Tips (With Carolyn Thomas)
A woman inspecting the apples on an apple tree.

How to Grow Fruit Trees

Read moreHow to Grow Fruit Trees
Overhead view of a food forest garden.

Ultimate Guide to Food Forests (Syntropic Agroforestry)

Read moreUltimate Guide to Food Forests (Syntropic Agroforestry)
Fermented pickles in large jars.

Quick & Easy Fermented Pickles Recipe

Read moreQuick & Easy Fermented Pickles Recipe
Green juice with pineapple, apple, cucumber, ginger and other veggies.

How to Detox Naturally from Toxins & Heavy Metals

Read moreHow to Detox Naturally from Toxins & Heavy Metals
A woman holding a tray of calendula flowers.

Easy & Fast Preservation Methods

Read moreEasy & Fast Preservation Methods
A beautiful herbal elixir with mint and blueberry garnish.

Herbal Drinks, Elixirs, Cocktails & Mocktails

Read moreHerbal Drinks, Elixirs, Cocktails & Mocktails
A herd of 8 goats in a grassy field.

Beginner’s Guide to Raising Goats

Read moreBeginner’s Guide to Raising Goats
Multiple cows grazing in a pasture.

Regenerative Agriculture Practices (On a Small Scale)

Read moreRegenerative Agriculture Practices (On a Small Scale)
A glass of homemade herbal soda with cream on top.

Healthy Alternatives to Soda

Read moreHealthy Alternatives to Soda
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Melissa K. Norris

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Farm Dog Breeds (Which is Best for You?)

Time Spent to Grow a Year’s Worth of Food

Fruits and Vegetables in Season by Month and Tips for Preservation

How to Start Seeds Indoors (Planning, Starting & Mistakes to Avoid)

Books

  • Everything Worth Preserving
  • The Family Garden Planner
  • Handmade
  • The Made from Scratch Life
  • The Family Garden Plan

Education

  • Organic Gardening Workshop
  • Home Fruit Preservative Canning e-course
  • Home Canning With Confidence
  • Homemade Bread & Baking Class
  • Natural Homemade Bath and Beauty
  • Pioneering Today Academy


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