George Bernard Swaw, even though he earned his money writing plays, stated “gardening is the only unquestionably useful job“. The same can be said for farming. Indeed, food production is not just useful, it is essential. Growing some food in the garden helps me appreciate some of the vagaries of farming. I still support my local farmers market and shop stocking local farm produce. However, to have something on the plate grown at home helps adds a deeply grounding satisfaction to any meal.