Wednesday 10 June, 2009
by peter
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COMPETITION CLOSED: THANKS TO ALL WHO ENTERED. CHECK BACK TOMORROW TO SEE IF YOU’VE WON! Win gardening lessons for you and your friends in your own home. More competitions. We’ve a really interesting and innovative prize to give away this … Continue reading
Wednesday 22 April, 2009
by peter
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Leitrim has become a mecca for people looking to live a more sustainable life, and The Organic Centre has played a huge part. Situated at Rossinver, Co. Leitrim, it provides information, education and training about organic growing and sustainable living. … Continue reading
Tuesday 21 April, 2009
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When it comes to food, it can be hard to figure out a balance between nutrition, seasonality, and cost. So, we’re delighted to be joined by the nutritional therapy team from Positive Nutrition, an intriguing and relatively new company with … Continue reading
Monday 30 March, 2009
by peter
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A few weeks ago, we started a list of resources for children, parents, teachers, and anybody who wants to learn a bit more about healthy eating and growing your own food. Food doesn’t get much cheaper – or better for … Continue reading
Thursday 5 March, 2009
by peter
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The problem of obesity has been overshadowed by the economic collapse. But it hasn’t gone away. One way of tackling both problems is to encourage children to learn about food. After all, recessions don’t hit as hard if you’re able … Continue reading