The Palouse Heritage Blog
Habits of Memory and Reverence
Kentucky philosopher-farmer-environmentalist Wendell Berry passed away at age 92 at his home near Port Royal on August 31, 2026. The prolific author supplied rare wisdom to matters of timeless consequence, like personal excellence, civic responsibility, and meaning-making, in this challenging era of contemporary complexity. Through no-nonsense essays, evocative poems, and compelling fiction, Berry carried forth on explorations of what he called the “Great Economy” and “Kingdom of God” for individual and community flourishing. His solutions were viable but not easy, and often unpopular among the forces of consumption.
The True Cost of Bread
Bread is one of the most familiar foods on our table, simple, comforting, and seemingly inexpensive. A quick trip to the grocery store might suggest that bread is one of the cheapest staples you can buy. But when you look a little closer, the real cost of bread goes far beyond the price printed on the bag.
At Palouse Heritage, we believe it’s worth asking: what are you truly paying for when you buy bread, and what do you gain when you bake it yourself?
