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This Enormous, Deadly Bird Might Have Been Domesticated Before the Chicken
New research suggests the cassowary may have been reared by humans thousands of years earlier.
Can Yogic Farming Help Boost Crop Yield?
The ancient meditation-based practice is said to be a sustainable way to improve crop performance, but the science doesn’t yet exist to back that up.
6 Gardening Shows to Watch for Backyard Inspiration
We could all use a little help sprucing up our home gardens. Stream these shows and spark your imagination.
Is It Ethical to Farm Insects for Food?
Scholars and advocates believe that the mass slaughter of insects should be done in the most humane way.
In New Documentary, the Realities of the American Food System Are Laid Bare
Fruits of Labor follows one farm worker as she works two jobs to support her family while navigating high school.
This Urban Farm Is Small But Mighty
On a tiny patch of land east of Los Angeles, GrowGood is cultivating more than just fruits and vegetables.
Rising Temperatures and the Future of Outside Livestock Production
Researchers say farmers will need to adapt in order to protect their animals.
How California Wildfires Are Affecting Vineyards
A string of heavy fire seasons is worrying for farmers and winemakers, who are now grappling with a grape affliction known as smoke taint.
Why Defining Agricultural Terms is Critical
How do you define and measure regenerative agriculture practices? One organization suggests taking an outcome-based approach.
