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Kirsten Lie-Nielsen is a freelance writer focused on climate change, sustainability, and modern agriculture.

The author of two books on homesteading and animal husbandry, Kirsten is a contributor to The Guardian, Civil Eats, The Boston Globe, and other publications. Embracing her love of her home state and a delicious meal, Kirsten also works as the Assistant Editor at the magazine Edible MAINE.

Below you can find links to her latest articles and a complete journalistic portfolio. 
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The small blob-like creatures are wreaking havoc on coastal aquaculture—and climate change is making the problem worse.

Photos by Kirsten Lie-Nielsen

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Our homesteading journey began with self-sufficiency and a dream, but it evolved through loss and social media fame.

Photos by Kirsten Lie-Nielsen

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“I just love how complex it is. It’s wildly sweet because it is a soda. But there are also other notes like bitterness and spice, similar to ginger. It is something that you can go back for more of.” Brendan Levin, the food development specialist at Stonewall Kitchen, is talking about Moxie.

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