Even those living in urban or suburban areas can embrace the homesteading lifestyle by starting small in their backyards.

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Leaving fall leaves on flower beds is eco-friendly and saves work, but this laidback approach can have negative consequences ...

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If you want nutrient-rich soil for your garden next spring, start composting today. You can turn dead garden plants, leaves, ...

Solid waste is responsible for 12% of New York’s greenhouse gas emissions, according to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. That’s due in large part to the decay of organic ...