Footehill Farm

Footehill Farm Our decades of experience growing our own food and making products using permaculture principles We raise chickens, turkeys and the occasional pair of hogs.

10 acre smallholding on a hillside in Colbert in a pine/fir forest in Eastern Washington featuring 17” of precipitation per year, clay and fractured basalt. We are an agroforestry farm using permaculture principles and tools and dedicated to regenerative soil building. We have a one acre market garden farm growing mostly herbs and some produce, including garlic, that we sell through the co op we helped found, LINC Foods (www.Linc foods.com).

08/31/2026

Mexico's decision to replace 16 million tonnes of genetically modified corn with native varieties signals something bigger than agricultural policy—it's a cultural choice to reclaim what's been lost. By phasing out glyphosate and returning to traditional corn seeds, the country is honoring centuries of agricultural knowledge while protecting soil, water, and the health of communities that depend on these crops.

This move reflects a growing global recognition that industrial agriculture comes with hidden costs. Native corn varieties aren't just about nostalgia; they're about resilience, biodiversity, and food sovereignty. When a nation chooses to invest in what's been cultivated for generations over what's been engineered for profit, it's choosing a different kind of future.

It's a reminder that our food systems shape our culture—and our culture can reshape our food systems.

08/31/2026

Kiss the Ground is a groundbreaking film that reveals a viable solution to the climate crisis. By regenerating the world’s soils, we can stabilize Earth’s climate, restore ecosystems, and create abundant food supplies. Using compelling graphics and NASA/NOAA footage, the film shows how soil can ...

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07/29/2026

Got Corn Allergies? The USDA has just deregulated yet another toxic GMO corn - Bayer-Monsanto's MON 95275 - that produces two insecticidal proteins and a double-stranded RNA transcript from an inverted repeat sequence designed to match the western corn rootworm. The corn is registered with the EPA as a pesticide because that's exactly what it is: a pesticide. The insecticides are in the corn and can't be washed off. To make matters worse, it's genetically engineered to tolerate spraying with multiple toxic herbicides, potentially up to five. These endocrine-disrupting, carcinogenic herbicides are absorbed into the corn and also can't be washed off.

This corn will be used for ethanol, conventional animal feed, and put into conventional processed foods that use corn, like Coca-Cola and Kellogg's Corn Flakes.

Products made with toxic GMO corn belong in the pesticide aisle, not on grocery stores' food shelves. If you have allergies to conventional corn products, now you know why.

04/30/2026

Across the United States, a quiet transformation is breathing new life into abandoned shopping malls. Once symbols of retail decline, these massive indoor spaces are now being reimagined as high-tech farms—producing fresh fruits and vegetables all year round. Instead of empty corridors and shuttered stores, you’ll find rows of leafy greens thriving under LED lights, nourished by advanced hydroponic and aeroponic systems.

These indoor farms are designed to maximize efficiency while minimizing environmental impact. By growing food closer to where people live, they significantly reduce “food miles,” cutting down on transportation emissions and ensuring fresher produce reaches consumers faster. Controlled environments also mean crops are protected from extreme weather, pests, and seasonal limitations—resulting in consistent yields throughout the year.

The technology behind these farms is just as impressive as the concept. Automated climate controls, nutrient monitoring systems, and AI-driven growth optimization allow farmers to fine-tune every aspect of production. Water usage is drastically lower compared to traditional agriculture, making this approach both resource-efficient and scalable in urban areas.

Beyond sustainability, these projects are revitalizing communities. Former malls are becoming local food hubs, creating jobs and providing access to fresh, healthy produce in areas that may have previously lacked it. It’s a powerful example of how cities can adapt existing infrastructure to meet modern challenges.

By turning forgotten retail spaces into productive green ecosystems, the United States is showcasing a smarter, more sustainable way forward. These indoor farms are not just growing food—they’re cultivating a future where innovation, resilience, and environmental responsibility go hand in hand.

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