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Posts by Shelby Vittek

Consumption

What Mario Kart Can Teach Us About Equitable Farming

One researcher finds a unique connection.

by Shelby Vittek· April 14, 2021
Farm

Is Booze the Next Frontier for Regenerative Agriculture?

Why alcoholic beverage producers are embracing the buzz-worthy farming practice.

by Shelby Vittek· April 12, 2021
Farm

How Insect Sex Pheromones Are Saving Argentina’s Wine Industry

The grapevine moth flocked to South American vineyards more than a decade ago. Now, wineries are utilizing a sustainable method of mating disruption to get rid of them.

by Shelby Vittek· April 10, 2021
Consumption

Are Floating Gardens a Sustainable Solution to Climate Change?

A new study considers the merits of a centuries-old cultivation method used in flood-prone areas of Bangladesh.

by Shelby Vittek· April 6, 2021
Farm

Why Citizen Scientists Are Working to Cultivate New Apple Varieties

Across the country, cider makers and pome enthusiasts are partaking in seedling projects to diversify the apple kingdom.

by Shelby Vittek· April 5, 2021
Food-How to

How to Propagate Your Houseplants

Grow your plant collection for free!

by Shelby Vittek· April 4, 2021
Food

Home Gardeners Discover the Fun of Growing Fungi

The emerging mycology movement coupled with pandemic-related boredom has led to an at-home mushroom grow kit boom.

by Shelby Vittek· March 29, 2021
Farm-How to

The Most Common Houseplant Pests

And how to get rid of them.

by Shelby Vittek· March 28, 2021
Farm

Could the USPS Bridge the Gap Between Farmers and Consumers?

A proposed initiative could potentially help feed America while supporting farmers.

by Shelby Vittek· March 25, 2021
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