David Begay
Contributing Editor
As a Contributing Editor for Farm to Recipes, David Begay covers The Garden Patch and Meet the Maker beats, focusing on sustainable agriculture, food sovereignty, and heritage breeds and seeds. His narrative-driven writing explores the intersection of agriculture, tradition, and sustainability by profiling the dedicated individuals who cultivate our food. Through these stories, David aims to connect readers directly to the source, fostering a deeper appreciation for the journey from the soil to the supper table.
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Local harvest festivals offer surprising economic boost to small farmers
Colby Buchanan of Creasman Farms relies on the annual North Carolina Apple Festival to cover farm expenses unrecoupable during the operating season, a lifeline for the farm's continuity and future gen
Sep 10, 2026 · 3 min read
How to Improve Soil Drainage for Plant Growth: A Complete Guide
All water should drain from a 12-inch deep, 12-inch diameter hole within eight hours when testing soil drainage, according to Extension .
Sep 8, 2026 · 4 min read
How to Test and Adjust Soil pH for Home Gardens
Even with the best fertilizers, your plants might be starving: if your soil's pH is off, they simply cannot absorb the nutrients you provide.
Sep 7, 2026 · 3 min read
How to Connect With Local Farmers
In 2020, over 147,000 U.
Sep 5, 2026 · 3 min read
What Are Companion Planting Benefits and Techniques for Home Gardens?
At a small community garden, a single row of marigolds dramatically reduced aphid infestations on nearby tomato plants, illustrating a centuries-old gardening secret now backed by science.
Aug 30, 2026 · 4 min read
Scaling Risks Destroying Your Artisanal Brand. Here's How to Avoid It.
In 2026, a quiet revolution takes root in neighborhood breweries across America, defying the conventional wisdom of market expansion.
Aug 29, 2026 · 3 min read
Food Festivals: The Divergence of Urban Events and Traditional Sagre
In the small Italian village of Cannole, a volunteer association has celebrated a tiny snail, the 'municeddha,' with a dedicated festival since 1985, a stark contrast to Seattle's ticketed Panda Fest
Aug 20, 2026 · 6 min read
Top 4 Drought Tolerant Vegetables for Home Gardens
Even when temperatures soar above 105°F (40°C), the pollen in tepary bean flowers remains viable, allowing it to produce a harvest where other plants would wither, according to growinginthegarden .
Aug 9, 2026 · 4 min read
What are artisanal charcuterie production techniques and sourcing?
A single prosciutto leg, aged 36 months in a climate-controlled cellar, can lose up to 40% of its initial weight, a significant investment of time and resources before it ever reaches a plate, accordi
Aug 6, 2026 · 4 min read
How to Improve Homegrown Tomato Flavor: A Complete Guide
Organic nutrient solutions can dramatically improve the flavor of ripe tomato fruit, proving that a gardener's active choices matter far more than many realize.
Aug 5, 2026 · 3 min read
Easy-to-Grow Vegetables, Fruits & Herbs for Beginner Gardeners
A single courgette plant can produce three to four fruits per week throughout summer and into early autumn, offering abundant harvests for just the cost of a few seeds, according to gardenninja .
Aug 2, 2026 · 6 min read
Make Delicious Vegetarian Meals Ahead and Freeze for Easy Dinners
Forget bland salads: a single batch of chicken-less butter chicken with broccoli, chickpeas, and lentils can provide multiple nutritious, freezer-ready meals, revolutionizing weeknight dinners.
Jun 30, 2026 · 3 min read
Summer 2026: Modular Kitchens Lead Outdoor Dining Trends
The outdoor serveware market, valued at $5.
Jun 30, 2026 · 4 min read
Master the Green Bean Peach Salad Recipe This Summer
Chefs are reporting a surge in requests for a salad pairing crisp green beans with ripe peaches, a combination once unconventional, now lauded for its refreshing complexity and viral appeal.
Jun 29, 2026 · 3 min read
Prepare This Strawberry Icebox Cake
Despite requiring only 30 minutes of active kitchen time, the viral strawberry icebox cake demands a minimum of 6 hours in the refrigerator before serving.
Jun 29, 2026 · 3 min read
Marty's Minnesota Garden Explodes with Bold, Bright Blooms This Season
After a decade, a patch of lupines in Marty Whalen's Minnesota garden has spontaneously transformed from cherry red to a vibrant mix of pinks and purples, showcasing an unexpected natural evolution.
Jun 29, 2026 · 3 min read
Amazon Prime Day 2026: Last Chance for Summer Kids Deals
With just hours remaining, a BOB double jogging stroller is over $200 off and an all-terrain City Mini GT3 is under $350, as Amazon's Prime Day 2026 enters its final, frantic stretch.
Jun 27, 2026 · 2 min read
Easy Ratatouille Recipe for Beginners is a Make-Ahead Marvel
In a stunning culinary revelation, experts confirm that the classic French ratatouille, once thought a chef's challenge, can be mastered by absolute beginners in under an hour of active cooking.
Jun 25, 2026 · 2 min read
Revive Stale Bread With These Simple Methods
A surprising method has emerged as the clear victor in reviving stale bread, challenging our ingrained habit of discarding it.
Jun 25, 2026 · 2 min read
Good Housekeeping Crowns Best Healthy Snacks That Taste Good
This year, Good Housekeeping's sixth annual Snack Awards put hundreds of products through rigorous taste tests and evaluations, revealing top picks entirely free from artificial flavors and food dyes.
Jun 23, 2026 · 3 min read