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Building an Agri-hood: When the Development Revolves Around the Farm
Indigo, a new community outside of Houston, is a different type of residential development. Led by farmers, the project will be anchored by a 42-acre working farm.
This Farm School’s Primary Crop is Students
The program at one Washington farm school exposes students to the realities of farming, hoping that a new generation of farmers can chart a healthier path in the industry.
Climate Disruptions Force Salt Farmers to Reimagine Their Businesses
To survive in the age of climate change, salt farmers from around the world will have to adjust their production methods and revenue streams.
New research suggests that gene-edited rice would likely survive in Martian soil, providing a staple crop to hungry colonizers.
‘There Is No Safety At All.’ Living and Farming in a War Zone
Farmers in Ukraine are dealing with landmines, occupied territories and cut-off transportation lines. The lack of food coming out of the region is contributing to global food insecurity. Despite the challenges, many farmers say they just want to return to their fields.
Facial Recognition Technology Could Improve Livestock Health
Researchers from the US to Australia are adapting artificial intelligence to help monitor animal well-being and treatment.
Opinion: ‘Regenerative Agriculture’ Is All the Rage, but It’s Not Going to Fix Our Food System
Regenerative agriculture may be the current trend, but it isn't the transformation our global food system needs.
For Urban Farmers, Community Organizing Can Be Key to Easing Zoning Constraints
Zoning laws can often be barriers for new farmers, but cities and towns are slowly making it easier to farm in residential areas.
Colorado Becomes First State with Right-to-Repair Law
When it comes to agricultural equipment, the Centennial State has become the DIY State.
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