Growing your own fruits and vegetables at home may feel intimidating. Perhaps you have a history of sad houseplants and swore off all things requiring a “green thumb,” or maybe you don’t have a yard. Adding home-grown basil to your spaghetti marinara, biting into a fresh strawberry, and grilling up vegetables from your backyard can be rewarding and delicious experiences!

We all waste food as consumers in our own kitchens. It is estimated that between 30-40% of the food we produce in the United States goes to waste. Food waste from consumers and retailers also contributes to greenhouse gas emissions and ultimately our changing climate. Let’s be intentional to reduce food waste in our own kitchens.