A Homegrown Family
A Midwestern farm boy and his family members and friends discuss anything homegrown. From gardening, beekeeping, mushroom hunting, hard cider and maple syrup to their adventures in raising children and homeschooling all the while sharing his life story.
A Homegrown Family
Latest Episodes
Ginger Bug
What in the world in ginger bug? Get introduced to this fermented beverage with my brother Lawrence. We also talk about morel mushrooms and native prairie plants that people can plant in Minnesota. Resources:
Companion Cropping in the Garden
This chit-chat spring time episode with my brother David is timely as gardens are getting planted. In this episode, we talk about companion cropping and trap plants. Planting certain plants next to each can be beneficial for one or even both pl...
Cakes and Cookies with Aunt Kathy
Every family seems to have that person, whether a family relative or friend, that is more involved than most. For the Mettler family growing up, that person was our Aunt Kathy. She had a special talent in making and frosting cakes and cookies t...