Shea Swenson, Author at Modern Farmer
Is Agroforestry the Key to Hardier Row Crops?

The stereotypical picture of American farmland probably looks a lot like this: rolling hills lined... (more)

Shea Swenson
December 5, 2022
Egg Whites Could be the Key to Cleaning Our Oceans

In hopes of finding a cheap, easy way to come by material to filter microplastics... (more)

Shea Swenson
November 15, 2022
Water Treatment Plants Are Ineffective at Removing Forever Chemicals

In a new study, PFAS compounds were found in both untreated and treated water across... (more)

Shea Swenson
November 4, 2022
There Will Be No Alaskan Crab Harvest This Year

Due to dwindling populations of snow and king crabs, the state has canceled this year’s... (more)

Shea Swenson
October 20, 2022
Making the Case for Intercropping

A new study supports the practice of cultivating more than one crop in a field... (more)

Shea Swenson
September 28, 2022
Ugandan Farmers Embrace Maggots as Solution to Fertilizer Shortage

Black soldier fly larvae are becoming a hot commodity during a time of crisis for... (more)

Shea Swenson
September 21, 2022
Drought Takes a Toll on Farmers and Ranchers Across the Country

Producers and crops are feeling the heat.

Shea Swenson
September 15, 2022
No-Till Practices Can Help Boost Farmland Value

Even small changes can make a big difference.

Shea Swenson
September 11, 2022
Roasting Green Chiles Just Got Greener

Scientists are harnessing the power of the sun to replicate a propane-fueled annual tradition without... (more)

Shea Swenson
July 19, 2022
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