Terra Americana

Lemon hanging on tree

"A very juicy lemon tree in our neighborhood that rarel
got picked. The lonely lemons inspired us: how could we keep all the excess food people grow from going to waste?

Veggie Trader is our pilot effort to see if we can help more families eat well, make the most of the environment, and put more backyards to work for the benefit of neighbors, community and country.

We think knowing where your food comes from and supporting your local economy are more important these days than ever. And saving money (or making a little extra) doesn't hurt either.

Want to know the various things you can do with a tree full of fruit? Visit our blog for her ideas on transforming your delicious homegrown produce into memorable meals. You can also find ideas on canning, preserving, drying and other stuff you can do at home."