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The Fertilizer Shortage Will Persist in 2023
Farmers need improved access to fertilizer to avoid a food crisis, but high costs and low supply of fertilizer will continue for another year.
Meet the Maine Teenager-Turned-Landscaper Thanks to Grazing Goats
A love of both animals and cheese inspired the Grazy Goat Girls.
For Young Farmers, Land Access Will Make or Break the 2023 Farm Bill
As the upcoming farm bill takes shape, advocacy groups are pushing for what they want. For young farmers, it comes down to acreage.
This Kansas Farm Gives Veterans A New Path To Civilian Life
SAVE Farm has existed as a non-profit since 2016 to help former soldiers navigate life after service.
This Veteran Farmer Continues to Serve His Community
After serving in the Vietnam War and retiring from his career as a therapist, Rick Ritter has found a new purpose in growing and sharing food with others.
Bees Are Starving After Extreme Weather Events
Extreme heat, drought and flooding aren't just risks for humans. Climate change is hurting many wild species, including bees.
This Organization Aims to Provide Black Farmers With Capital
The Black Farmer Fund is working to redefine wealth and health in New York communities by investing in Black agricultural systems.
How Plant Hormones Could Be Used to Increase Crop Yields
Scientists recently discovered a new family of hormones that could help boost the output of stressed plants.
Changing Tastes Fuel a Buckwheat Revival
Thanks to the growing demand for gluten-free foods and interest in alternative flours, buckwheat is seeing a resurgence.
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