Author, editor, and herbalist Bevin Cohen will host a talk on March 21 at Henry Ford Centennial Library about the importance of seed and nut oils.
DEARBORN – The Dearborn Public Library will host Bevin Cohen, author, herbalist and owner of Small House Farm, for a talk on his recent book, “The Complete Guide to Seed and Nut Oils.”
The in-person program will be held at 6:30 p.m. March 21 in the auditorium of Henry Ford Centennial Library, 16301 Michigan Ave. It will also be streamed live on Zoom for anyone who wishes to attend remotely. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link.
This informative session will cover a number of oilseed crops that can easily be grown on the farm, homestead, or even the home garden for small-scale oil production. Cohen will discuss growing, foraging, harvesting, and processing various seeds and nuts; and will also explore equipment needs, proper storage as well as different uses for the freshly pressed oils.
Cohen offers workshops and lectures across the country about the benefits of living closer to the land through seeds, herbs, and locally grown food. He is a food and garden writer whose work has appeared in numerous publications including Mother Earth News, Modern Farmer Magazine, and The Journal of Medicinal Plant Conservation.
Cohen is also the author or editor of more than 10 books, including “Saving Our Seeds,” “The Artisan Herbalist” and his latest, “The Complete Guide to Seed & Nut Oils.” For more about his work, go to bevincohen.com.
More information can be found on the Library’s events calendar at dearbornlibrary.org or by calling 313-943-2330. Follow the Dearborn Public Library on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter to stay informed about other upcoming programs and announcements.
Bevin Cohen’s book, “The Complete Guide to Seed & Nut Oils” will be discussed at the workshop on March 21.