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5 Issues to Watch in the Senate Farm Bill
The Farm Bill debate is well underway in the Senate. Here are some issues to watch.
The Modern Farmer Interview: Wayne Pacelle
We talk to Wayne Pacelle, head of the Humane Society of the United States, about his groundbreaking work on farm animal welfare and the benefits of using the carrot rather than the stick when it comes to working with corporations.
How a Common Fertilizer Became a Meth Magnet
On April 17, 15 people were killed and more than 160 injured when a fire caused ammonium nitrate stores to explode at a fertilizer plant in West, Texas. In the wake of the accident...
Are You the Next Farm Reality Star?
Hey farmers! We have a few questions for you. Do your hobbies include dating/partying/fistfighting? Do you have juicy secrets (that you’d share with a million strangers)? Are you attractive? Are your cows attractive? Do you have a good catchphrase? Do you like to yell?
The increased crop productivity and long-term benefits of vermicompost are undeniable.
Inside The Secret World of Plant Communication
More recently, however, "plant whisperers” - super-sensitive plant lovers who talk to their lettuce seedlings or play Mozart for the orchids - have been much maligned. Even Princ...
Farmers, both urban and rural, have been tapping into Kickstarter, seeking alternative ways to fund projects that range from renovating equipment to designing innovative technology.
Whey Too Much: Greek Yogurt’s Dark Side
The Greek yogurt boom has produced an unfortunate byproduct: tons and tons of whey.
