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An Overview of the Homegrown Organic Act of 2017
New bills of the same name in the House and Senate seek to help organic farmers expand and conventional farmers switch.
Recipe: Potato Latkes with Gravlax and Crème Fraiche [with video]
A perennial party favorite, these little hors d’oeuvres are a study in contrasts: hot golden-brown potato pancakes draped with rich, salty salmon and topped with cool crÁ¨me fraiche.
Recipe: Garden Bounty Beef Stew with Hay-Roasted Onions [with video]
This succulent stew is created by building layer upon layer of flavor. You won’t be disappointed!
The Strange, Horrifying History of Cherry Research Farm in North Carolina
A farm in North Carolina is the site of cutting-edge animal agriculture research – and a few ghosts.
Use of Antibiotics in Farm Animals Drops for the First Time Since 2009
The FDA reports a reduction in sales of antibiotics for food-producing animals.
Paul Shapiro, Humane Society VP, Discusses His New Book, “Clean Meat”
A new book by Paul Shapiro explores the fascinating world of lab-grown meat.
USDA Signals It Will Allow Tighter Requirements for Food Stamps
Republicans in the government are attempting to make those whose lives are hard even harder.
How to Grow a Winter Kitchen Garden
Winter is a time of snowstorms, movie nights by the fire, and…fresh, homemade salsa? At least, it can be for those willing to give indoor vegetable gardening a shot. With a little gear and know-how, a wide variety of fresh produce can be successfully grown throughout the winter.
