How to safely defrost meats, soups, baked goods and more Becky Krystal Count me among the people who pat themselves on the back when they carefully pack away food in the freezer, knowing there’s something to cook and eat in the future. That, my friends, is only half the battle. Of course, there’s the whole issue of remembering what’s actually in there (I’ve been trying to track our inventory on a magnetic whiteboard, at least when my son isn’t insisting on taking it down to write on). But you also need to figure out when and how to thaw it, and that can often be the one thing that tips the scales from timely convenience to time-consuming roadblock. Or worse. The big chill: A guide to using your freezer
ANNAPOLIS, Md. â Some of Marylandâs best farm land wonât grow a single bud or sprout. Some of it is muddy, sandy land under the Chesapeake Bay because that is where the oyster grows.
Oysters are traditionally tonged or dredged during the winter months and grow wild in the Chesapeake Bay and nearby rivers. They are usually harvested in colder months â months ending in the letter ârâ â because the oysters spawn in warm weather and can taste milky. Cold weather also helps keep them fresh and prevents spoiling.
Aquaculture is on the rise in Maryland and much of that consists of growing oysters. Oysters are placed in mesh cages and then put in the water to grow until they reach market size. The Maryland Farm Bureau Winter Webinar Series focused on aquaculture on Tuesday, Jan. 5.
By 2030, 50% of the electricity in Maryland will need to come from renewable sources, such as solar. Other states have similar mandates. Solar panels capture sunlight and turn it into electricity. The panels can be mounted on rooftops or ground-mounted, which is common for larger systems. One of the biggest criticisms of solar is the loss of farmland or other valued lands. Another complaint is how the vegetation under and around the panels is maintained, usually with mowing and spraying, which seems contradictory to clean energy. Still others do not like how the arrays disrupt rural landscapes. The obvious solution is to combine solar with agricultural production â called agrovoltaics. While solar may eventually be compatible with many more types of agriculture, sheep are currently the favored enterprise. Sheep are economical and eco-friendly lawn mowers and weed eaters. They fit under the panels. They donât block sunshine. They donât usually damage the infrastructure.
By 2030, 50% of the electricity in Maryland will need to come from renewable sources, such as solar. Other states have similar mandates. Solar panels capture sunlight and turn it into electricity. The panels can be mounted on rooftops or ground-mounted, which is common for larger systems. One of the biggest criticisms of solar is the loss of farmland or other valued lands. Another complaint is how the vegetation under and around the panels is maintained, usually with mowing and spraying, which seems contradictory to clean energy. Still others do not like how the arrays disrupt rural landscapes. The obvious solution is to combine solar with agricultural production â called agrovoltaics. While solar may eventually be compatible with many more types of agriculture, sheep are currently the favored enterprise. Sheep are economical and eco-friendly lawn mowers and weed eaters. They fit under the panels. They donât block sunshine. They donât usually damage the infrastructure.
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