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For thousands of years, breadfruit grew in the Pacific Islands, where it was a staple in locals’ diets. It’s time to give it another look.
Remember when Cottonseeds were Poisonous? Not anymore! (Sort of.)
Cotton is one of the world’s most widely grown crops, but you don’t hear too much about the seeds.
Driving through rural northwest Ohio, the first thing you notice is how flat it is — flat as a griddle cake, with narrow roads slicing through endless fields of soybeans and corn.
Tariffs, China and American Ginseng: A Case Study in Wisconsin
Marathon County is ground zero for the American ginseng industry, growing 98 percent of the country’s crop. But that may be in jeopardy if buyers start to walk away from deals in response to Chinese import tariffs.
The Cesar Chavez of West Texas
Carlos Marentes works to protect the rights of El Paso area chili workers—and literally provides a roof over their heads. Modern Farmer spoke to him about the border wall, the forgotten NAFTA-immigration connection and other insights from life near the border.
8 Indoor Crops for Winter Gardening
Winter is coming. But don’t go putting your gardening gloves away just yet.
Meet the Modern Farmer: Tom Culton, Culton Organics
Up close and personal with one of America’s most fascinating farmers.
The Farm Bill Expired … Bad News for Many
Minority farmers, conservation, and organics will be hurt.
Agronomics: Turn your Soil into Paydirt
Looking for a new way to drive more revenue to your operation? Consider renting out the farm - or the barn with short term farmstays.
