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If someone told me a few years ago that I’d get excited about rotting food scraps, I would’ve laughed. Yet here I am — proud and a little obsessed — talking about my first compost heap. It all started with guilt. Every time I threw away peels, leftovers, and wilted greens, something inside me twitched. […]
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If you’ve ever wondered how scientists know when fish stocks are declining or how we can tell if our oceans are healthy, the answer starts with something surprisingly simple: counting fish. But fish don’t exactly line up to be counted. They move in schools, swim deep underwater, and migrate across vast oceans. Yet, knowing how
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If you’ve ever thought about how fishermen know which fish to keep and which ones to release, that’s where fish sorting comes in. Fish sorting simply means separating fish based on things like their size, type, or quality. But it’s not just about sorting the catch, it’s also about protecting the ocean, cutting down waste,
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If you’ve ever thought about growing Afang, also known as Gnetum africanum, you’re not alone. This leafy vine is a favourite in many Nigerian kitchens, especially for its rich, slightly bitter taste and nutritional benefits. But here’s the truth: most first-time Afang growers struggle not because Afang is hard to grow, but because they skip
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Growing your own pineapple from slips is easier than you think. You don’t need a farm, fancy equipment, or even a green thumb, just a bit of patience, sunlight, and the right know-how. If you’ve ever wondered how to grow pineapple at home using slips, this guide walks you through it step-by-step, in the simplest
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Growing pineapples at home is exciting, especially when you see new shoots or suckers sprouting beside your main plant. But then comes the big question: Should you leave that pineapple sucker to grow on the parent plant, or should you remove it? The answer depends on your goal. Let’s look at what happens in both
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Every morning, before the sun fully wakes, the first thing I hear is birds singing in my plantain. It’s like an entire orchestra. Each note feels alive. If you’ve ever walked through a plantain grove, you know the feeling — the air is soft, the ground smells fresh, and birds dart between the wide green
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If you live in the South and you’ve ever thought about growing your own onions, you’re in the right place. Onions are one of the most useful vegetables you can grow. They show up in almost every meal, they store well, and when grown in the right way, they thrive in Southern climates. But growing
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If you’ve ever wondered how to grow waterleaf in your garden or even in a few containers at home, you’re in the right place. Waterleaf (Talinum triangulare) is one of those underrated super greens that people often overlook. Yet, it’s one of the easiest, most rewarding, and sustainable vegetables you can grow. Packed with vitamins,
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