CORVALLIS — While you’re battling the winter blues, make your own seed-starting mix and plan for the gardening days ahead.

It is here that I have been working with local communities, to help them grow food they need ... as the downpours would ensure that seeds germinate. It was a poor rainy season this year, however ...

Chia seeds are highly nutritious, packed with omega-3s, protein, and fiber. Pairing them with fruits like berries, apples, mangoes, kiwi, peaches, and pineapple enhances their benefits ...

Sunflower seeds are packed with essential nutrients that support heart health, immunity, skin, digestion, and more.

Contrary to popular belief, there is not one food or ingredient ... “so you can mix them with many different foods.” One easy way to enjoy chia seeds is as nourishing beverage boosters ...

Mix the mustard seeds and beer together in bowl ... Stir in the remaining ingredients, then blend in a food processor until nearly smooth (you may need to do this is batches).