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Opinion: Does Adding Fungi to Soil Do More Harm Than Good?
The use of mycorrhizal fungi—fungi that grow on plant roots—as biofertilizers is becoming more common. But it could have harmful effects on native ecosystems.
Maine Farmers Face a Crisis Over Forever Chemicals
Since discovering PFAS contamination on multiple farms last year, the state has served as a national model to stop its continued spread.
The Vegetable Gardener’s Guide to Crop Rotation
Try this simple and effective tool to manage pests and boost soil health in your garden.
Sri Lanka’s Organic Experiment Went Very, Very Wrong
Last year, the country implemented a countrywide ban on agrochemicals and fertilizers. It backfired—big time.
John Deere to Sell Diagnostic Software Directly to Farmers
The machine-servicing program will be available to customers starting in May, but it’s a far cry from the full “right to repair” that farmers demand.
Glass jars, photo storage boxes and old library card catalogs all make excellent seed storage solutions. Just don’t forget to label your collection!
Spotlight On the Show Helping US Stay Fit to Farm
GardenFit, streaming now on PBS, visits 13 farms to highlight how gardeners can tend to their bodies while cultivating their plots.
Is the Global Agricultural Map In Need of a Redesign?
Researchers have reimagined a new layout that would maximize crop yields while reducing carbon emissions and restoring natural habitats worldwide.
Harnessing the Benefits of Wild Birds On Farms
Researchers found that fields with surrounding natural habitat experience less crop damage and lower food-safety risks, highlighting that birds do more good than harm on farmlands.
