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Bliss Doubt

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Went out in the garden and picked the rest of my radishes
Wonder how they'd be pickled

Interesting question. I've never seen pickled ones in the store bought products. I think you can get pickled daikon, but it's a whole different animal.

How have you usually stored your radishes?
 

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Interesting question. I've never seen pickled ones in the store bought products. I think you can get pickled daikon, but it's a whole different animal.

How have you usually stored your radishes?
:giggle: in my stomach just thought pickled radishes sounded good.
I eat at least 5 a day because they protect your liver/kidneys
 

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Green Thumb Essentials

Hey Jimi,

If you missed Day 2 of Green Thumb Essentials—or just want to watch it again—your replay is ready!

Button: Watch Today's Replay Here

In this session, we covered:
✅ The 5 essential keys to a thriving garden
✅ How to double your harvest even with limited space
✅ Smart watering strategies that save time and boost growth
✅ Inspiring stories from gardeners who overcame tough conditions (yes, even desert climates!)

👉 After you watch, please share a takeaway from this event so far with us.

Whether you're working with a balcony, patio, or tiny yard, this replay will give you the tools and confidence to grow more—without needing a “green thumb.”

We’ve been blown away by the energy and excitement in this event! Gardeners from around the world have shared how this experience has made them feel relaxed and ready to engage, hopeful, and excited to grow. One participant summed it up perfectly: “I’m feeling happy, excited, and so ready to get started!”

But hurry!
The replay is only available until 10am PT / 1pm ET tomorrow (Thursday).

>>> Replay: 5 Keys to a Success Garden

Can’t wait to see what you grow!

🌱 Grow Your Own Vegetables Team 🌱
 

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Just what I was lookin for
Sorry Jimi. I barely noticed the recipe at all. I really like raw radishes.

This is a 2.5 minute vid. She uses only a very little bit of sugar, and says you can leave it out.

Wow just what I was lookin for :bliss: thank you my dear friend :hug:
 

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Automating Healthy Eating Habits


Hey Jimi,
In this episode, I’m speaking with Dr. Susan Peirce Thompson, who is an adjunct associate professor of brain and cognitive sciences at the University of Rochester.
She’s president of the Institute for Sustainable Weight Loss and founder and CEO of Bright Line Eating Solutions, a company dedicated to helping people achieve the vibrant health that accompanies permanent weight loss. We will talk about the best way to optimize healthy eating habits to support a healthy, high-energy life.
In this podcast, Dr. Thompson and I discuss:

  • 4 keys to permanent fat loss and busting weight loss plateaus

  • The #1 factor for fat gain and the single most important strategy for lasting fat loss

  • The secret to finding YOUR best ‘diet’…that will become an enjoyable lifestyle!

  • Simple rules outlining WHAT, WHEN, and HOW to eat to maximize fat loss

  • Understanding the true root causes of why we actually get fat in the first place

  • How to successfully develop new weight loss habits that stick, even if your ‘triggers’ stay the same

  • The blueprint for resetting your biology for easy and sustainable fat loss

  • 8 steps to lower your body’s toxic load and detox
  • 5 benefits of ‘high flux’ and 3 methods to naturally boost your metabolism and energy
 

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REAL FARMS NOT FAKE FOOD

The FDA Just Approved CRISPR-Edited Pigs for the Dinner Table​

Ed Cara writes for GIZMODO:

“Who’s up for some CRISPR-y bacon? This week, the Food and Drug Administration approved gene-edited pigs developed by PIC, a biotechnology company specializing in livestock genetics, for human consumption.

The FDA granted the approval Wednesday, allowing a specific gene edit to be used in commercially bred pigs. With the help of CRISPR—a powerful gene editing tool—the UK-based company has created pigs resistant to one of the most common viral infections affecting swine worldwide. It will take a while longer for this GE pork to end up on our dinner plates, however.

The FDA has also previously approved other genetically modified animals to be safe for human consumption, such as salmon. But companies have historically struggled to clear the regulatory hurdles for approval or to gain a foothold in the commercial market once approved.”

Read how the company is seeking to secure approval in other major markets where pork is widely produced or imported
 

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STOP AVOCADO-DRIVEN DEFORESTATION

One Down, Three To Go​

Our case against West Pak Avocado is resolved!

Organic Consumers Associations (“OCA”) and West Pak Avocado, Inc. have resolved a consumer protection lawsuit concerning the environmental and sustainability representations made on West Pak’s website. OCA believes that such representations mislead consumers because some of West Pak’s avocados are sourced from orchards that were installed on deforested land in Mexico and that contribute to water scarcity in the avocado growing regions of Mexico. West Pak denies OCA’s allegations and further denies that it has violated any state or federal laws. Nonetheless, West Pak has agreed as part of the resolution to, among other things, discontinue using the challenged marketing claims and to employ enhanced due diligence mechanisms to identify and stop sourcing from orchards in Mexico identified as existing on land that has been deforested since January 1, 2018.

Wish us luck in our cases against Calavo, Del Monte & Mission. They’re already having an impact.

 We should only eat California-grown organic avocados and Mexican-grown organic and fair trade avocados.

Fair trade distributor Equal Exchange is doing what U.S. and Mexican regulators and every avocado business should be doing. They’re refusing to sell avocados from recently deforested land. They have an anti-deforestation policy that excludes farms that have been in operation for less than five years.

Besides choosing what we eat more consciously, what else can we do?
 

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Cracking Tomatoes? This is why!

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Cracking Tomatoes? This is why!

Who doesn't love tomatoes, but are they still good with that crack?​

Short impactful videos to get you skilled up - even if you can’t get to it right now.
Although absolutely everyone loves growing tomatoes, they aren’t necessarily the easiest things to grow.
In this short video I go over why your tomatoes might be cracking, what the cause is, and what you can do about it.
Here is the link for that compendium of tomato grwoing presentations (super discounted too!) https://seeds2sauce.com
 

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Why It's a Chinese CURSE:"May You Live in Interesting Times"


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Why It's a Chinese CURSE:"May You Live in Interesting Times"

I lived in Asia for a decade and was surprised when I learned this.​

Just a fun short video to help keep you focused on what’s important in life.
In this life and beyond.
Yes, there is definitely a beyond.

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Here we go! Episode 1 of Remedy: Ancient Medicine for Modern Illness is now LIVE.

The title of tonight’s episode is “The Quest For Lost Medicine.”

You can use the link below to watch it now for free.

Click here to watch Episode 1

(This episode will be up for 24 hours, until Episode 2 airs tomorrow night.)

I think you’re going to be wowed and inspired by the origins of real medicine and the extraordinary individuals who have preserved these powerful traditions!



Stay curious,

Nick Polizzi
Host of Remedy: Ancient Medicine for Modern Illness

P.S. After you watch Episode 1, we'd love for you to leave a comment (under the video) to let us know what you think. And if you appreciate our work, please share it with your friends, family, and community. <3 Thank you <3
 

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Bliss Doubt

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From OrganicConsumers.org:

What can citizens really do to save the bees?

By Hardly Kephart:

Sow native plants. The Xerces Society has a list of guidelines that make it easy.

Tear out your lawn. Many species of solitary bees require access to bare ground and cover for nesting, so a wall-to-wall green carpet prevents that. Wild mason bees love to nest in hollow tubes, and are encouraged by dried canes, such as raspberry, elderberry and snowberry.

View invasive plants as your mortal enemies and smite them with your righteous wrath. Flora such as: Himalayan blackberry, Scotch broom, Japanese knotweed, English ivy, pokeweed, gorse, tree of heaven…and many others. Native bees need native plants.

Avoid synthetic pesticides, fungicides and herbicides, especially those containing glyphosates (Roundup) and neonicotinoids. Neonics will appear on the label as acetamiprid, clothianidin, dinotefuran, imidacloprid and thiamethoxam.”

Read why you should pay careful attention to the instructions when using any “organic” chemicals and more

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Tell Your State Legislators to Ban Neonic Seed Treatments!

NEW STUDY: Neonicotinoids Found to Drive Butterfly Declines More Than Any Other Environmental Variable
 

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Unlock the power of microgreens, Jimi?

If you're curious about growing your own microgreens, why not start with the tastiest and easiest varieties? It’s a perfect way to dive into this exciting world before experimenting with the trickier ones.

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Did you know microgreens can have up to 9x more nutrients than their full-grown counterparts? That’s right, these tiny greens pack a massive punch for your health 🥊—and they’re incredibly versatile in the kitchen.

Growing your own microgreens is safe, easy, and cost-effective. Microgreens may be micro in size, but they are major in taste.

Imagine this:

  • Breakfast: Blend microgreens into your smoothie or top your omelet
  • Lunch: Sprinkle them on your salad or sandwich for a fresh crunch
  • Dinner: Garnish your meals with a burst of flavor or add them to soups, pizzas, or even steak!

🌱 Breakfast: Blend microgreens into your smoothie or top your omelet
🌱 Lunch: Sprinkle them on your salad or sandwich for a fresh crunch
🌱 Dinner: Garnish your meals with a burst of flavor on soups or even pizza!

The best part? Microgreens may be tiny, but they don’t need much space! Whether you’re in an apartment or have a backyard garden, you can grow them anywhere—indoors or out.

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TAKE ACTION

What Can Citizens Do to Truly “Save the Bees”​

By Hardly Kephart:

“Sow native plants. The Xerces Society has a list of guidelines that make it easy.

Tear out your lawns. Many species of solitary bees require access to bare ground and cover for nesting, so a wall-to-wall green carpet prevents that. Wild mason bees love to nest in hollow tubes, and are encouraged by dried canes, such as raspberry, elderberry and snowberry.

View invasive plants as your mortal enemies and smite them with your righteous wrath. Flora such as: Himalayan blackberry, Scotch broom, Japanese knotweed, English ivy, pokeweed, gorse, tree of heaven…and many others. Native bees need native plants.

Avoid synthetic pesticides, fungicides and herbicides, especially those containing glyphosates (Roundup) and neonicotinoids. Neonics will appear on the label as acetamiprid, clothianidin, dinotefuran, imidacloprid and thiamethoxam.”

Read why you should pay careful attention to the instructions when using any “organic” chemicals and more

TAKE ACTION:
Tell Your State Legislators to Ban Neonic Seed Treatments!

NEW STUDY: Neonicotinoids Found to Drive Butterfly Declines More Than Any Other Environmental Variable
 

Jimi

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You're invited: Seed Up Saturday 2025 (Online)

Seed Up Saturday Invite​




You're invited to the free Seed Up Saturday 2025 online event on May 31st at 11am AZ/Pacific to learn seed saving and building food security, with opportunities to stock up on bulk seeds.

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  • Reserve your spot for Seed Up Saturday 2025. here
  • Attend Seed Up Saturday 2025.
Hey Jimi, did you see my invitation the other day?

I wanted to make sure that you knew about the upcoming Seed Up Saturday 2025 educational event. It’s a free 2-hour online event this May 31st at 11am AZ/Pacific that will inspire you to take your garden diversity to the next level.

In these uncertain times, Seed Up Saturday 2025 is your educational event to empower you to increase your food security by learning to save seeds!

How would it feel to have the confidence that you’re creating a food secure future for yourself and your family?

Seed Up Saturday will help by showing you why seeds are key in creating a healthier life for you, your family, and a better world.

Click HERE to reserve your spot at Seed Up Saturday 2025 (it’s free)

This Seed Up Saturday brings together a rockstar group of seed savers to chat about building our seed diversity:


  • Julia Dakin - Founder of Going to Seed
  • Rebecca Newburn - Co-founder of the Richmond Grows Seed Lending Library, and Co-founder of the Seed Library Network
  • Bevin Cohen - Writer, herbalist and author - his latest book is Herbs in Every Season.
  • Bill McDorman, Co-founder of the Great American Seed Up, author of Basic Seed Saving
  • And me as the host!
This is going to be an epic and inspiring event that you do not want to miss. Seed Up Saturday 2025 is free to attend, and there will be opportunities to ask the experts your pressing seed questions. You’ll also have opportunities to stock up on bulk seeds to start (or continue) your own seed journey.

Sign up now and join me at Seed Up Saturday 2025
 

Jimi

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[ARTICLE] The #1 Key to Growing Tomatoes
When growing tomatoes, achieving Pinterest-perfect specimens isn't easy—but this key makes it possible. Click here to read the full article and discover the key to success.


[VIDEO] Cracking Tomatoes? Here's why...
Everyone loves growing tomatoes, but contrary to popular belief, they aren't necessarily the easiest to grow. In this short video, Marjory will tell you why your tomatoes might be cracking, what caused it, and what you can do about it. Click here to watch this short video now.
 

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What Is A Potager Garden?​

 

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America is well on the path to out-of-control inflation!
In the coming weeks and months, you’ll see food prices doubling, then tripling, then jumping by 10x. It’s called hyperinflation, and we are headed straight for it…
Which is why we want to let you know about a very important educational webinar that will teach you how to grow your own food.
--->>Learn how to easily produce healthy meat, eggs and vegetables when you attend this complimentary, online event!
Your host, Marjory Wildcraft is the founder of The Grow Network, an online community of over half a million homesteaders, backyard farmers, preppers, missionary organizations, and University researchers who are dedicated to backyard food production. As an expert in off-grid living, Marjory has been featured in National Geographic, has hosted Mother Earth News’ Homesteading Summits, and is host of the annual Homegrown Food and Home Medicine Summits. She is the author of The Grow System: The Essential Guide to Modern Self-Sufficiency from Growing Food to Making Medicine.
At the How to Grow Lots of Food in a Grid Down Situation webinar, you’ll learn:
  • Status of global food shortages
  • How long the crisis will last
  • How much space you need to grow food
  • Easiest, highest calorie foods you can produce
  • A complete plan for producing all the food you need
  • How to get started today (regardless of the season)
  • And more!
Marjory will show you the fastest, easiest, and simplest ways to produce calories and nutrition, especially in a crisis and/or grid-down situation. No experience needed! You’ll learn everything you need to know to start producing food immediately.​
So thankful that you're making an investment in your health, your life and yourself.
Because health means everything,​
 

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COMPOST DAY: MAY 29

Is Your Compost Truly Organic?​

Composting is the basis of organic farming, but the USDA Organic rules for what can be composted could definitely be improved.

USDA Organic bans sewage sludge and that’s really important as toxic sewage sludge is the reason why so much farmland is contaminated with PFAS “forever chemicals.” If you’re buying bagged compost at a big-box store, make sure to avoid toxic sewage sludge by looking for the Organic Materials Review Institute (OMRI) label.

But, the National Organic Program lets industrial “organic” operations like Driscoll’s fertilize their containerized plants with nutrients from corn and soybeans that have been genetically engineered to soak up herbicides or produce their own insecticides. And, manure and animal carcasses contaminated with antibiotics and other animal drugs are allowed in “organic” compost, too.

TAKE ACTION: Get Factory Farm and Industrial Food Processing Waste Out of Organic!

READ: Is Your Compost Truly Organic? Let’s Dig In

LEARN MORE: BuildASoil.com’s “Loyal To The Soil” Guide to Composts and Fertilizers
 

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