The English Folk Cookery Association & Other Herbal Goodies. Discussing the importance of herbal archives for future generations. Recipes from the 14th Century, British Library nature sound archives & tree ID games from the Woodland Trust.
Was there an decrease in elderberry production this year in the UK, or an increase in demand??
At weedom, (Midwest flyover country, U.S.) ours bloomed too early, then there was a very dry spring and summer, contributing to low yields in our area.
I am struck by the Sambucol shortage, and how reliant we are on commercially prepared health supports. Unraveling the belief that somehow factory-made is better than responsibly wildcrafted and home-prepared herbal medicine is something I continue to explore for myself. I really appreciate all the threads you’ve touched on in this missive, thank you!
Ah thank you so much for the shout-out!! So glad you enjoyed the talk with Gabrielle as well on face mapping. Sounds like you've had lots of adventures but also excited you've got time to write again, looking forward to learning more about our herbal healers and their medicines!
Was there an decrease in elderberry production this year in the UK, or an increase in demand??
At weedom, (Midwest flyover country, U.S.) ours bloomed too early, then there was a very dry spring and summer, contributing to low yields in our area.
I am struck by the Sambucol shortage, and how reliant we are on commercially prepared health supports. Unraveling the belief that somehow factory-made is better than responsibly wildcrafted and home-prepared herbal medicine is something I continue to explore for myself. I really appreciate all the threads you’ve touched on in this missive, thank you!
Ah thank you so much for the shout-out!! So glad you enjoyed the talk with Gabrielle as well on face mapping. Sounds like you've had lots of adventures but also excited you've got time to write again, looking forward to learning more about our herbal healers and their medicines!