Maine Gardener: Invasion of the jumping worms

It sounds like the title of a horror film, but these invasive Asian worms are very real, and they are very bad for your garden.

Green Plate Special: Eat locally, seasonally – and take a page from Persian kitchens

Cookbook writer and eco-conscious chef Louisa Shafia is visiting Rockport this week to cook and teach.

Discussions about farm succession plans can be complicated and fraught

A spoonful of sugar – in the form of chocolate-carrot snacking cake with vanilla yogurt glaze – and help from a regional nonprofit can ease the pain.

Maine Gardener: Growing a gardener

With the help of MOFGA, a one-time black thumb has become a gardener.

Pick: Cherry Tomatoes

Lobster shells promote healthy gardens

Compost made from ground-up lobster shells slowly releases nitrogen and builds strong cell walls in plants.

Given the price of lobster, smart cooks know to use every last bit of the bug

Suck out the sweet and delicious meat, add any unfertilized eggs to sauce, and be sure to save the shells for stock.

August is an excellent time to evaluate your garden

Too much green? Here are some blooms that can solve that.

Grow: Raspberries

DIY cordials are simple to make, but patience is key

Save money, and supply yourself with delicious homemade gifts or an ingredient for your own household drinks.