FromPlot2Plate Newsletter #1

Author

River
July 20, 2024

Hey reader, 🌟

Welcome to the first edition of the FromPlot2Plate newsletter!

We’re so excited to share some fun and useful tips with you.

Organic gardening Tip of the week 🌱

Even though it's half way through the summer, you can still grow some delicious veggies!

Salad greens like lettuce, spinach and chard are perfect for this time of year.

They thrive as temperatures become cooler and grow quickly, so you can enjoy fresh, home-grown salads all autumn long.

Plus, they don’t take up much space, so you can even grow them in containers on your patio or balcony.

Just make sure they get plenty of sunlight and keep the soil moist.

Happy growing!

Healthy Eating 🥗

This month, try our family favourite – Carrot and Coriander Soup!

It’s easy to make and packed with nutrients. Here’s the recipe:

Ingredients:

  • 500g (hopefully organic home grown) carrots, peeled and chopped

  • 1 large onion, chopped

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tsp ground coriander

  • 4 cups vegetable stock

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Wonkey Carrots we grew

Instructions:

  1. In a large pot, fry the onions and garlic until soft.

  2. Add the chopped carrots and ground coriander, and cook for another 5 minutes.

  3. Pour in the vegetable stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until the carrots are tender, about 20 minutes.

  4. Blend the soup until smooth, season with salt and pepper, and garnish with fresh coriander leaves. Enjoy!

The finished result

Sustainability 🌍

Did you know?

Organic farming avoids these harmful chemicals, using natural methods to control pests and enrich the soil.

Composting, crop rotation, and natural predators are just a few ways organic farmers keep their crops healthy.

Your choice to support organic farming helps promote a healthier planet and better food for everyone!

Wellness & Mental Health 🧘‍♀️

Spending time in the garden can reduce stress and boost your mood.

Studies show that just 15 minutes of gardening a day can lower cortisol levels, the hormone associated with stress.

The act of nurturing plants can be incredibly therapeutic, giving you a sense of accomplishment and peace.

Plus, being outside in the fresh air and sunshine can help improve your overall well-being.

So, next time you’re feeling overwhelmed, grab a trowel and spend some time with your plants.

It’s amazing how much better you’ll feel!

Family Fun 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

Get your kids involved by giving them their own small patch to grow something easy like radishes.

They grow quickly and are super fun to watch!

Radishes can go from seed to harvest in just about 30 days, making them perfect for impatient little gardeners.

Let your kids decorate their garden patch with fun markers and watch their excitement as the radishes start to sprout.

Gardening teaches kids about responsibility, patience, and where their food comes from.

Plus, they’ll love eating something they grew themselves!

Community & Awareness 📢

Did you know that:

8 million pieces of plastic find their way into our oceans daily.

269,000 tonnes of plastic float on the ocean's surface

25 trillion macro & 51 trillion micro-plastics litter our seas

By 2025, around 250 million metric tons of plastic will likely enter our oceans

Simple changes like using reusable bags, bottles, and containers can make a big difference.

Educate yourself and others about the impact of plastic pollution and support initiatives that aim to reduce plastic waste.

Together, we can make a difference and protect our beautiful planet.

Happy gardening!

River and Andy (dad) xxx 🌸

Thanks for reading!

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