Our way of life may have changed from homesteads and ranches in many parts of the Midwest to fast-paced urban centers of activity, but that doesn't mean that we can't embrace a quieter side of life.

Anders Gurda hops off his bike at various backyards in Minneapolis, grabs his garden tools and starts weeding. When he’s done checking for garden pests, adjusting the irrigation system and harvesting ...

Rain season is here, have you ever thought of planting vegetables in your backyard? Do you know that the drain corridor around your house or the ground you are using to sweep daily is productive land ...

Buckets of wriggling worms. Horse troughs on the patio. A kiddy pool inhabited by ducks. Grapes on the roof. Strawberries 5 feet in the air. A giant pile of compost. Llama dropping "tea." These are ...

Look up whether your area has water usage laws (common in drier climates) and if it’s enough to support your needs. Experiment with water catchment systems such as rainwater harvesting or creating ...

Along with fresh fruits and vegetables, mini livestock, backyard farms are providing jobs, start-up programmes, knowledge and social connections, DANIEL ESSIET reports. Mrs Ngozi Chineze lives in ...