America's Heartland

Episode 8

A farm in San Francisco inspires people living in urban neighborhoods to grow their own food. Our nutrition expert takes a closer look at microgreens. Learn how to make chicken sandwiches with fresh pesto, burrata cheese and fresh roasted tomatoes. Meet a husband-and-wife team growing and selling organic flowers. Visit a farm in Montana growing a specialty oat that’s used in gluten-free products.

Episode 8

26m 46s

A farm in San Francisco inspires people living in urban neighborhoods to grow their own food. Our nutrition expert takes a closer look at microgreens. Learn how to make chicken sandwiches with fresh pesto, burrata cheese and fresh roasted tomatoes. Meet a husband-and-wife team growing and selling organic flowers. Visit a farm in Montana growing a specialty oat that’s used in gluten-free products.

Previews + Extras

  • Dragonspunk: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Dragonspunk

    S18 E1808 - 5m 7s

    A tiny farm in San Francisco with a big mission: To inspire people living in urban neighborhoods to grow their own food. Meet the owner of Dragonspunk, and see how he's inspiring young people at the nearby Boys & Girls Club to start their own urban gardens.

  • Microgreens - Harvesting Health: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Microgreens - Harvesting Health

    S18 E1808 - 4m 30s

    Harvesting Health host Dr. Daphne Miller takes a closer look at microgreens, and why this "tiny but mighty" crop packs a big nutritional punch. Microgreens can be grown on a windowsill or in a pot, making it a great choice for home gardeners.

  • Rainwater Ranch: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Rainwater Ranch

    S18 E1808 - 5m 21s

    Visit Rainwater Ranch in Northern California, where a husband and wife say they are passionate about growing organic flowers they sell at farmers markets. Even though many people understand the benefits of eating organic food, the couple explains why customers should consider displaying organic flowers on their dinner table as well.

  • Growing Gluten-Free Oats: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Growing Gluten-Free Oats

    S18 E1808 - 3m 9s

    Meet a Montana farmer who is growing a specialty oat to meet growing demand for gluten-free foods like oatmeal, porridge and flour.

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