Prairie Eco-Thrifter
AUGUST 8, 2011
Rising grocery costs have encouraged more people to grow their own food. The growing population is putting an increasing amount of pressure on food sources and environmental factors such as soil degradation, water shortages (e.g. It’s the ultimate in sustainable finance! So, do you grow your own fruits and vegetables?
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
MAY 23, 2013
It really is a great feeling to grow your own food. We have multiple veggies on the list that we are growing but a few include bok choy, broccoli cabbage, carrots, peppers, and tomatoes. Parents of students and students- Have you figured out your plans for summer yet? I am quite excited.
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Prairie Eco-Thrifter
FEBRUARY 5, 2012
An even greener and cheaper thing to do is to grow your own vegetables – If you’ve got even just a small plot of land (even some pots on the windowsill), it’s incredibly easy and surprisingly fast to grow your own good.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
JULY 12, 2012
Grow your own produce, and you know exactly where it is coming from, and you can receive the full benefit of nutrient-stocked produce. Staying Healthy Saves You Money In any of the personal finance books I have read lately, one common theme seems to keep appearing; look after.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
AUGUST 20, 2012
Over my many years of environmental and personal finance writing, one of the most common things I get asked for is tips on how to save money on groceries. Grow Your Own Food You don’t need a farm to grow some of your own food, you just need a small raised bed, a window box, or even just some old soda bottles hung from the fire escape.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
AUGUST 26, 2012
We as parents are usually the first and primary source of their learned behavior, even as they grow into their teenage years. Public transportation can also be a great alternative depending on the area and your comfort level. Our children learn by example. Stress the importance of saving and staying away from debt.
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