Food Farmer Earth
Anna Lappé: Advocating for Government's Positive Role in Food Policy
Anna Lappé discusses the critical role government should play in shaping sustainable food systems, contrasting it with the detrimental effects of unchecked corporate influence on food quality and environmental health. She emphasizes the...
Ancient Lights Media
Atlas of the United States: The Pacific Region
This program explores the geography, history, and some important cultural features of the Pacific Region of the United States. The individual states of California, Oregon, Washington, Alaska and Hawaii are presented in detail.
Ancient Lights Media
Atlas of the United States: The Southwestern Region
This program explores the geography, history, and some important cultural features of the Southwestern Region of the United States. The individual states of Texas, New Mexico, Arizona and Nevada are presented in detail.
Ancient Lights Media
Atlas of the United States: Arizona
This program explores the geography, history, and some important cultural features of the Southwestern Region of the United States. The individual states of Texas, New Mexico, Arizona and Nevada are presented in detail.
Food Farmer Earth
Preserving Endangered Heritage Breeds of Livestock
Boondockers Farm is a preservation farm. It’s a working farm dedicated to protecting rare species of heritage livestock and heirloom vegetable seeds.
Food Farmer Earth
From Rooftop to Farm: A Chef's Journey into Microgreen Farming
After falling in love with rooftop gardening at a restaurant, a chef transitions to full-time farming, focusing on microgreens like radishes and arugula, marketed directly to fellow chefs and respected restaurants. This transition...
Curated Video
The Great Depression
The Great Depression was one of the worst economic disasters America has ever experienced. But it’s also a period that produced some of the great innovations in US history.
Cerebellum
Emergence Of Modern America: The Depression - The Dust Bowl
Just the Facts: The Emergence of Modern America: The Depression uses fascinating historical footage to explore six decades that shaped modern America. The series examines the Gilded Age in the late 19th century, the Progressive Era of...
60 Second Histories
Farming in Ancient Greece
This short video describes what life is like on a farm in Ancient Greece, the terraces they farm on and food they grow and eat
US Department of Agriculture
A Flash of Food Safety Calibrating a Thermometer: Boiling Water Method
When food is prepared or held at improper temperatures, harmful bacteria can grow inside of the food making it unsafe to eat. Using an accurate food thermometer to monitor food temperatures can help ensure the safety of your food. It is...
US Department of Agriculture
People’s Garden: “Why Use Rain Barrels? - Helpful Tips”
Rain Barrels collect rainwater runoff from your roof, enabling you to water your vegetables, flowers, shrubs and trees. By using rainwater from your roof, you can keep your lawn greener and your garden lusher in the hot, dry summer...
Ancient Lights Media
Atlas of the United States: Washington
This program explores the geography, history, and some important cultural features of the Pacific Region of the United States. The individual states of California, Oregon, Washington, Alaska and Hawaii are presented in detail.
Ancient Lights Media
Atlas of the United States: Oregon
This program explores the geography, history, and some important cultural features of the Pacific Region of the United States. The individual states of California, Oregon, Washington, Alaska and Hawaii are presented in detail.
Food Farmer Earth
Salad Bowls in Small Spaces: Container Gardening for Beginners
The guide focuses on creating "salad bowls" through container gardening, ideal for city dwellers with limited outdoor space like balconies or small decks. It introduces a sustainable method for a continuous harvest of salad ingredients,...
US Department of Agriculture
Preserving Farmland and Wetlands Through Conservation
USDA is helping farmers protect farmland and wetlands through a new conservation program.
US Department of Agriculture
Start Simple With MyPlate
USDA Secretary Sonny Perdue introduces the Start Simple with MyPlate campaign—the latest nutrition initiative from MyPlate.gov. The Start Simple with MyPlate campaign will provide ideas and inspirations Americans can easily incorporate...
Ancient Lights Media
Atlas of the United States: Texas
This program explores the geography, history, and some important cultural features of the Southwestern Region of the United States. The individual states of Texas, New Mexico, Arizona and Nevada are presented in detail.
Food Farmer Earth
Forging Tradition - The Art of Crafting Japanese Culinary Knives
The transcript unveils the journey of a modern blacksmith dedicated to the ancient craft of making Japanese culinary knives, melding tradition with personal artistic vision. It explores the blacksmith's process, from the initial...
US Department of Agriculture
Farmers Markets More Popular Than Ever
USDA is making it easier for farmers to sell directly to consumers.
Food Farmer Earth
Culinary Foundations: Mastering Chef's Knife Techniques
This video tutorial introduces essential knife techniques, focusing on the use of a 10-inch chef's knife for a variety of kitchen tasks. From holding the knife correctly for control and safety to demonstrating specific cuts for fruits,...
Food Farmer Earth
From Pasture to Plate: The Ethical Journey of Butchering a Pig
The video outlines the detailed and respectful process of butchering a pig named Roger, emphasizing the ethical and humane methods used from the moment of the kill to the final preparation. It captures a first-hand experience of...
Food Farmer Earth
Harnessing Disease Resistance in Plants through Classical Breeding Techniques
Frank Morton details the process of developing disease-resistant plants using classical plant breeding methods, focusing on a specific project to increase lettuce's resistance to Sclerotinia (lettuce drop). By conducting trials with...
Food Farmer Earth
Hybrids and Seed Monopolies: Shaping the Future of Agriculture
The emergence of hybrid crops, characterized by their fleeting genetic combinations stable for only one generation, revolutionized plant breeding by enabling rapid improvements in yield, protein, and oil quality. However, this innovation...
Food Farmer Earth
The Craft and Community of Artisan Cheese Farming
Delving into the world of artisan cheese making on the farm, this text explores the labor-intensive yet rewarding process of producing unique, high-quality cheeses from grass-fed goats. It highlights the importance of animal welfare, the...