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Sea Buckthorn and Omega-7 Fatty Acids : What Does the Research Actually Say?

Sea buckthorn berries beside rich amber sea buckthorn pulp oil, a natural source of omega-7 fatty acids and omega-9.

Omega-3 gets plenty of attention. Omega-6 is familiar too. But what about omega-7? This lesser-known family of fatty acids has been attracting increasing research interest, particularly for its potential role in skin and mucous membrane health. And one of the most interesting natural plant sources of omega 7 fatty acids happens to be a tiny […]

What to Do With Juice Pulp: 3 Ways to Use Sea Buckthorn Pomace

Sea buckthorn pomace with herbal tea, infused apple cider vinegar and a sparkling shrub drink made from leftover juice pulp.

If you’ve ever made fresh juice, you’ve probably wondered what to do with juice pulp once the liquid has been extracted. That leftover pulp doesn’t necessarily have to go straight to the compost bin. With sea buckthorn, the material left after juice extraction is called pomace. It consists mainly of fruit pulp, skins and seeds, […]

Fire Cider Recipe with Sea Buckthorn: Bright, Spicy & Perfect for Fall

Sea buckthorn fire cider ingredients packed in a glass jar with ginger, chili, garlic, onion, cinnamon, turmeric and black pepper.

Sea Buckthorn Fire Cider Recipe with Ginger & Chili September is sea buckthorn season, and if you are looking for something different to make with those intensely tart orange berries, this sea buckthorn fire cider recipe may be one of the most natural pairings. Fire cider is a strongly flavoured infused apple cider vinegar traditionally […]

Easy Sea Buckthorn Recipes for Horses, Dogs & Chickens

Rustic farmhouse table with homemade sea buckthorn pomace horse cookies, frozen dog bites, chicken grain mix and bowls of bright orange pomace.

More and more pet owners are looking for simple, whole-food ingredients they can confidently add to their animals’ diets. For those interested in using sea buckthorn as part of an animal’s diet, the practical question is: “How can I feed sea buckthorn to my animals?” That’s where simple sea buckthorn pomace recipes can make things […]

Can Sea Buckthorn Pomace Improve Animal Nutrition? What We Know for Chickens, Horses, Dogs and Livestock

Woman feeding a bay horse a homemade sea buckthorn pomace cookie beside a galvanized bucket filled with natural pomace treats and fresh sea buckthorn berries outside a modern horse barn.

If you raise chickens, horses, sheep, cattle or even dogs, you already know that nutrition plays a major role in long-term health. High-quality feed doesn’t just support growth—it also influences immunity, digestion, reproduction, coat quality, energy levels and overall well-being. As more livestock owners look for natural, sustainable feed ingredients, one question comes up repeatedly: […]

Sea Buckthorn Marinade : A Perfect Match for Fish and Shellfish

Grilled octopus skewers topped with sea buckthorn marinade, served with a bowl of Mediterranean seafood marinade and fresh ingredients on a white marble countertop.

Fish and seafood have been paired with acidic ingredients for centuries. A squeeze of lemon over grilled fish, vinegar with fish and chips, and white wine in seafood sauces all serve the same purpose: balancing richness, enhancing delicate flavours, and refreshing the palate. Sea buckthorn deserves a place alongside these classic ingredients. Although it’s often […]

8 Food Forest Plants for Cold Climates

Rustic wooden table with bowls of sea buckthorn berries on branches, fresh haskap berries, raspberries, and red currants arranged naturally with green leaves in soft daylight

What Is a Food Forest A food forest is a way of growing food that follows the structure and behaviour of a natural ecosystem. In colder regions, this approach becomes especially valuable. Shorter growing seasons, freeze-thaw cycles, and variable weather can make traditional gardening more demanding. A well-designed system helps buffer those conditions by creating […]

How to Improve Clay Soil for Sea Buckthorn (Drainage, Stability & Root Health)

Mature sea buckthorn shrubs growing in field conditions, showing dense canopy and heavy fruit load typical of tall shrubs planted in clay soil

Can Sea Buckthorn Grow in Clay Soil? Sea buckthorn hates wet feet. That’s the starting point. Heavy clay soil drains slowly. When drainage is slow, roots sit in water longer than they should. And when roots sit in water, they lose access to oxygen. That’s the real issue with clay soil — not fertility, not […]