# Too Many Tomatoes? Preserve the Harvest

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Podcast: [Homesteading Made Simple I Joyfully Prepared](https://stenobird.com/podcast/homesteading-made-simple-i-joyfully-prepared-127828)
Published: 2026-08-11T11:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://joyfullyprepared.com/podcast/
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## Resource

What do you do when the garden gives you more tomatoes, zucchini, basil, or fruit than you know what to do with? In this fun conversation, Wendi Bergin joins Greg Peterson of The Urban Farm Podcast to talk about developing a harvest mindset. Instead of waiting until the kitchen counters are overflowing, they share how to prepare ahead, choose the right preservation methods, and turn a garden’s abundance into food your family will actually use. They explore practical ways to preserve tomatoes and zucchini, why safe canning matters, what to do with tomato water, and how tomato powder can become a surprisingly useful pantry staple. The conversation also wanders into freshly milled grain, homemade bread, Azure Standard, sourdough, elderberries, and the joy of learning from other homesteaders. The big idea is simple: abundance does not have to feel overwhelming. With a little preparation, it can bring peace, creativity, and a very well-fed family.

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