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Food
A Modern Farmer Q&A with Bill Aimutis
The future is here, and it’s plant-based.
New York Farmers Hope To Discover New Hops
The state has seen a mini-resurgence of hop growing in recent years, but its farmers face stiff competition from west coast growers when it comes to hop varieties.
Denver Has Too Many Geese. The Solution? Eat Them
A cull of Canada geese in Denver will end up benefiting the hungry. Assuming they like goose.
Meet the Man Who Wants to Convince Every Kid in America to Take Up Farming
Brady Lowe has outgrown Cochon555. His latest project is a biggy.
Dear Modern Farmer: Can I Eat the Snails from My Garden?
You can, and I have. Other than size, they’re not much different than the escargot you’d find in a French restaurant.
Invasive Pears Are Becoming A Problem
Yes, pears. And you can’t even eat these ones.
How to Harvest Shellfish from the Shore
In many seaside destinations, there is a bounty of mollusks to be found. Here’s how to gather them safely and sustainably.
