legislation
The Transparency Debate Inside Florida’s Farm Bill
Florida’s Farm Bill includes a quiet rewrite of an agricultural disparagement law that could affect how people talk about pesticide use and farming practices.
Florida
community
Fresh, Local, & Homemade – Why Neighbors Love This St. Pete Farm Stand (Florida Farm Stand Series)
We’re excited to feature this inspiring guest post from Mary of TheSunnyPelican, who shares her journey of connecting with nature, growing food, and building community through a local farm stand. 🌱 Connecting with Nature My ache to connect with nature by spending more time outside, sowing and growing my own
food forest
Your Guide to Florida’s Freshest Beyond Organic Homegrown Foods and Handmade Goods
If you’re passionate about supporting local farmers, homesteaders, and artisans while embracing regenerative, organic living, OffTheLand.net is your go-to marketplace. This community-driven platform connects growers and artisans with buyers seeking fresh, chemical-free produce, plants, and handcrafted goods. From unique seedlings to farm-fresh eggs and artisanal kombucha, OffTheLand.net
community
How to Sell Homegrown Produce Online in Florida: A 4-Step Guide
Learn how backyard growers turn extra fruits, veggies and tree crops into cash in 4 simple steps no fees no middlemen. Introduction Did you know a few backyard fruit trees can earn you well over $1,000 each season? If you’ve ever watched handfuls of mangoes, lychees or bell
educational
THE ULTIMATE HOMESTEADER'S HURRICANE PREPAREDNESS GUIDE (2025 EDITION)
From food forests to well pumps, radios to tornadoes, here’s how to survive the storm with confidence and community. INTRODUCTION: WHEN THE WIND HITS HOME When Hurricane Milton swept over our part of Florida at night, we had no idea whether the eye had passed or if we were
educational
Soursop: Monetize Your Florida Garden With One of the Most Valuable Fruits
Imagine a tree that drops massive spiky green fruits the size of your forearm. Imagine slicing one open to reveal custard-like white flesh that tastes like pineapple, strawberry, and creamy citrus all at once. That’s soursop. And yes, it can grow in Florida. Soursop (Annona muricata), also known as
educational
Katuk: The Sweet Leaf Supergreen for Your Florida Food Forest
Katuk may not get the Instagram fame of kale or the Whole Foods shelf space of spinach, but for those of us growing in Florida or subtropical zones, it’s a total hit. It’s packed with nutrients, easy to grow in poor soils, grows like a champ in shady