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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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 12, 2011

Guest Post Author Bio: Kylie Ofiu is the author of 365 Ways to Make Money. She blogs about ways to make and save money as well as what she is up to at her blog www.kylieofiu.com. If you get the big things like solar panels and water tanks, they do cost initially, but if you are staying in your home for a long period they are worth it.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 26, 2014

However, you are better off eating organic produce for some things, as your body isn’t meant to consume the chemicals that are used to ward off pests in farms. Get Healthy Go Frugal Go Green'

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 24, 2012

The Advantages of Gardening The advantages of growing your own vegetables include eating fresh, nutritious food, knowing exactly what has gone into your food, reducing food miles to almost zero, healthy exercise, education for the kids and the joy of producing something healthy for the family. Because the.

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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. Abbie from Finance Junkie shared her post A Student Guide To Surviving The Summer to help you get your summer planning underway.

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Saving Everyday

FEBRUARY 10, 2015

I’m regularly asked how to save money on produce. Just be sure to save your receipt, because most require you to snap a picture of it to get your money. I earned over $500 in 2014 for buying groceries I was going to buy anyway – all FREE money! Buying in-season produce can save you a ton of money.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 8, 2014

One option to save yourself at least some money on organics you want is to shop at the local Farmer’s Market. Not all farmers at the markets are certified organic (it’s VERY expensive to get that certification) but they do still grow their food without chemicals or added hormones.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 16, 2014

You’ll need to pay upfront for your vegetables. You pay the money upfront to help the farmer pay for seeds and growing his crops. If you order a family size box to feed 3 to 5, you’ll likely pay $500 to $800 upfront for 16 to 24 weeks of produce boxes. You also take a risk with the farmer. Get Healthy Go Green'

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 14, 2012

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. Besides saving you money, they often taste a lot better than the fresh stuff you buy out of season.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 6, 2013

Bring Your Own Grocery Bags. Many stores are perfectly willing to let you bring in your own reusable grocery bags. It saves them money, as well as saving the planet! When you bring in your own grocery bags, you use fewer resources. Replace Some of Your Light Bulbs. Look for Used First.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 24, 2014

Composting can save you money. How to Make your Own Compost Getting People to Help Compost 9 Ways To Get Your Yard Ready for Summer How to Grow Your Own Organic Vegetables Don’t Dig a Money Pit in Your Garden. There are a few reasons why composting is a great idea: 1. Do you compost? .

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 2, 2012

. • Reduce the amount of waste you consume and make your property more energy efficient through insulation. Recycle whatever you can and consider if you can use the garden to grow your own fruit and vegetables. Invest in Your Health, Invest in Your Wealth. 5 Ways to Save Money and the Planet at Work.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 15, 2012

If there was ever an item to spend a little more money on, it’s the food we put in our bodies each and every day. Do your part for not only your own benefit, but for everyone else’s, too. Why so many of us don’t blink when paying $4.00 for a Starbucks latte but then complain about a $2.00 Because the.

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Couponing 101

JUNE 2, 2019

com , I am able to save a ton of money doing so. There so many options from CSA’s to local farmers markets to growing your own food. I blog over at Organic Deals & Coupons. I buy only organic and thanks to the great tips and tricks about couponing that I learned from sites like Couponing101.com

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For the Mommas

SEPTEMBER 1, 2014

The great thing about growing your own mushrooms, is that you can do it right inside your own home or backyard. It’s a great project for families and foodies alike, and all you need to start off is this book, a specialist mushroom growing kit, and a small space in which to grow them!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 15, 2013

Do you have your house well-insulated and solar panels on your roof? Do you grow your own food in your garden and buy the rest locally from farmers? If so, you’re well on your way to reducing your carbon footprint and protecting the Earth.

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

MARCH 11, 2024

The post 7 Clever Ways Moms Used to Save Money appeared first on Penny Pinchin' Mom. “It’s not how much money you make, but how much money you keep, how hard it works for you, and how many generations you keep it for.” With that in mind, here are some clever ways moms used to save money that we can use today.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 4, 2011

This way you can indulge your craving without sacrificing your health. Cooking at home not only saves you money but it also keeps you in control of what you are putting into your body. One of the things we did this year was start our own container garden and we loved it. Cook at home. Eat seasonally. Buy in bulk.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 2, 2012

Related posts: 7 Ways to Save Money in Winter. Don’t Let the Winter Blues Affect Your Goals. How to Grow Your Own Organic Vegetables. If you haven’t tried it yet, are you going to give it a try next year? . Container Garden Tips and Tricks. Container Garden Beginnings.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 12, 2012

You set yourself up for failure and waste of money if you put a sun loving plant in deep shade or a succulent in a swamp! Understand whether and how you need to amend your soil. When your plant arrives, it is easy to dig up the soil, slide in the plant and give it a drink. Frugal Pantry Staples Save You Time and Money.

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Saving Cents With Sense

APRIL 22, 2011

Tip: Try using newspaper instead of paper towels the next time you wash your windows. Not only will it save you money not buying as many paper towels, but it will get your windows streak-free! Turn it Off- Lights, computers, and other electronics consume energy and our money. Plant a Tree.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 4, 2011

Soups not only fill you up well but they also help control your caloric intake. Grow your own produce. If you have never grown anything before, check with your local garden centre to find out what grows best in your climate. Related posts: 7 Ways to Improve Your Diet.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 26, 2012

Go hiking and camping and show them the beauty of the outdoors (and teach them to leave trails and campsites better than when you arrived) Plant a garden with your children to give them a tangible example of how much fun growing your own food and eating healthy can be!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 10, 2012

Patagonia is a member of 1% for the Planet as well, meaning some of your money goes towards great causes. Anvil Anvil sells their clothing thru Amazon, many different in-store boutiques, as well as on their own website. How to Grow Your Own Organic Vegetables. This post was written by David.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 8, 2013

Let’s look at some of the facts surrounding these two methods of producing our food and find out which is the greener choice and how each one compares with helping us save money. What’s on your plate? Which is the greener choice – commercially-farmed food or organically-farmed food? Commercially Grown. Get Healthy Go Green'

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Frugal Luxuries

SEPTEMBER 22, 2015

Taking a cue from the past , I prepare seasonal foods while they are in abundance — in order to conserve time and money, as well as to store away delicious treats for future enjoymen t. very little shipping and/or storing required) it is often more nutritious due to the fact you are getting it from the farm to your table in less time.

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