Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 8, 2011

If you’re sick of paying over the odds, think about producing your own fruit and vegetables. Save money on food costs. Rising grocery costs have encouraged more people to grow their own food. Now that you’re clued-up on the benefits, why not start growing your own fruit and vegetables at home?

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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.

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Saving Everyday

FEBRUARY 10, 2015

I’m regularly asked how to save money on produce. Here are a few things I personally do to save. Several readers have emailed me to let me know they also have great prices on organic and frozen produce. You can also do things like grow your own garden, co-op, go to u-pick farms, and use coupons.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 14, 2012

These frozen veggies will stay good for quite a long time. Blanching is another nifty way to save money on organic vegetables all year-round. Buy Fresh Produce In-Season The ideal time to buy organic produce, or non-organic produce for that matter, is during its natural growing season.

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Frugal Luxuries

SEPTEMBER 22, 2015

In this case, farmers will sell you a share in their produce for the growing season at a flat rate, and you’ll get a box each week with whatever is freshest on their farm. Compare different forms of food—fresh, frozen, canned and dried. CSA’s have grown in popularity in recent years, and many farms have long waiting lists.

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