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A solar array and Chinese-style greenhouse technology will be impacting Cartwheel Farm and its ability to produce vegetables year-round without fossil fuels
by Kristen Mitchell
Throughout the West Kootenay area, local farms and food producers sell directly to the public through roadside stands and farmgate sales
by Julie Matchett
Throughout the East Kootenay area, local farms and food producers sell directly to the public through roadside stands and farmgate sales.
by Julie Matchett
Kootenay Business talks with the East Kootenay Invasive Species Council about making a difference and some of the plants to be aware of in your backyard.
by Kristen Mitchell
Michael and Courtenay Rudy are first-generation farmers helping to feed their community
by Julie Matchett
A family's passion transforms a rugged piece of property into a bustling winery
by Danielle Brost
For the Cardinals, building a winery was both a passion and a desire that they have turned into reality with Red Bird Estate Winery
by Kristen Mitchell
The Kootenays are an emerging wine region in B.C. Here’s a list of the 8 Kootenay wineries—and 2 meaderies
by Virginia Rasch
For Nigel and Laura Francis, farming has given them a sense of meaning and satisfaction in both life and work
by Kristen Mitchell
Matthew Carr started selling plants while still in high school. Now, more than a decade later, he’s running a successful business and following his passion
by Kristen Mitchell
