Ramps, aka Appalachia’s wild leeks, are a highly coveted seasonal commodity. What will it take to get more people growing them? 

Where Are the Ramp Farmers?

“Fatwood” is a popular all-natural firestarter, created when broken old pine trees leave a resin-filled deposit behind. Is foraging enough to satisfy growing demand?

Light My Fire

Self-described witches are among the most conscientious and prolific users of botanicals, but where do they source their plants?

The Supply Chain for Witches

As environmentally friendly green burials become more popular, so too are the biodegradable willow caskets grown and woven by dedicated craftswomen.

Weave Your Own Coffin

The low-rent app helped millions of city residents discover foraging — long before the pandemic opened the floodgates.

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Weave Your Own Coffin

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