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But done cleverly and cheaply, you can cut your food bills with fresh greens, vegetables, herbs and even by foraging.

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Good quality growing compost will improve harvest yields and save you money longer term.

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Old food-safe containers, plastic pots or even repurposed household items can be an easy way to start growing.

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While more expensive up front, hydroponics offer a more controlled growing environment to ensure higher yields and protect your plants against extreme or unpredictable weather as the climate changes.

If you plant onions, cabbage and broccoli, you'll find they take up space in the garden, grow reasonably slowly and only yield a harvest once.

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After all, times are tough and one of the best things we can do is stay connected to our local communities and feel comforted by knowing we're not alone — help is at hand.

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