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If you live in the southeastern United States (zones 7 and 8), consider growing Moso Bamboo (Phyllostachys edulis) as a cash crop on your small farm or acreage. Moso bamboo is one of the most useful plants in the world. In addition to being the tastiest of the edible bamboos, its stalks and fibers are also [...] In some European countries, snails (in the form of escargot) are considered a delicacy, and there is a small market for them in the United States and other countries as well. Snails can also be raised as bait or food for certain exotic pets such as puffer fish, and some species, especially aquatic snails, are [...] Making homemade potpourri is an enjoyable hobby that can become a home-based business if you have a good nose and a good eye. The three essential elements of a good potpourri are scent (the most important), color, and texture. You can save money by growing and drying many of your own raw ingredients. Sample plants for [...] Chili peppers have long been a staple of Mexican, South American, and Southeast Asian cuisine, and they are growing in popularity within the United States and other northern climates as well. Chili peppers are easy to grow in most areas of the United States, and offer a number of opportunities for value-added products. In Mexico and [...] Catnip is an easy to grow herb that is most famous for being irresistible to cats. With over 80 million pet cats in the United States alone, this is a sizable market. Catnip is also used as a medicinal and culinary herb, and has recently gained much attention as a mosquito repellent. A recent study [...] |
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