Melissa Rodriguez
Melissa Rodriguez is a small grower in the southeast U.S. She is participating in an incubator farm program, learning to grow her produce using organic methods, discovering how to market her farm products, and growing her farm business.
At Green Earth Farm, Melissa grows vegetables and some fruits. She sells what she grows at local farmer's markets. Melissa also educates consumers on the benefits of buying organic and locally grown produce. Melissa has been an advocate for green living for many years. Her home landscaping and gardening has always been done using accepted organic methods.
Melissa is still learning new and exciting ways to live a greener life. She is very passionate about the subject and would love to share what she has learned with her readers.
Latest Articles
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Growing Kale
Kale is a non-heading plant from the the cabbage family, grown for its leafy green leaves. Its scientific name is Brassica oleracea Acephala.
Jan 9, 2010
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About Pineapples
Consumers should not overlook fresh pineapples at the grocery store. They are delicious, nutritious, and easy to prepare.
Jan 7, 2010
- Melissa Rodriguez
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How to Buy and Clean a Conch
How to buy, clean and prepare a conch for eating.
Dec 1, 2007
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How to Cut and Peel a Mango
How to buy, cut, and eat a mango.
Dec 1, 2007
- Melissa Rodriguez
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Chili Pepper Guide
If you aren't familiar with the types of hot peppers available, follow this handy guide.
Dec 1, 2007
- Melissa Rodriguez
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How to Buy and Open a Coconut
How to buy, crack open, and prepare a coconut for eating.
Dec 1, 2007
- Melissa Rodriguez
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Organic Carrots Growing Tips
Growing carrots without pesticides and chemicals is reasonably uncomplicated. Here's how to grow carrots using organic methods.
Nov 30, 2007
- Melissa Rodriguez
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Organic Lettuce Growing Tips
Growing lettuce without pesticides and chemicals is fairly easy. Here's how to grow lettuce using organic methods.
Nov 29, 2007
- Melissa Rodriguez
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Organic Pest Control
Control insect pests in your garden with beneficial insects - the natural organic way.
Nov 9, 2007
- Melissa Rodriguez
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Fall Vegetable Gardening
In many areas, fall is another growing season for vegetables that actually prefer cool weather. Some vegetables even taste better when grown in autumn than in spring.
Oct 10, 2007
- Melissa Rodriguez
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