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Irrigation Is Draining Rivers, Lakes and Streams

There are certain parts of the world that would be perfect for agriculture except for... (more)

Dan Nosowitz
October 10, 2019
Phoenix Looks to Snuff Out Food Deserts

It’s been three years since the City of Phoenix committed to eliminating food deserts by... (more)

Lindsay Campbell
October 8, 2019
Extreme ‘Flash Drought’ Hits Farmers in the Southeast

While the northern reaches of the continental United States are finally starting to feel a... (more)

Dan Nosowitz
October 7, 2019
Fires in the Amazon: What’s Agriculture Got to Do with It?

The latest climate crisis has turned the collective environmentalist gaze toward the Amazon, where thousands... (more)

Brian Barth
September 9, 2019
Researchers Say Overeating Contributes to Global Food Waste

Americans are eating way too much. And it’s hurting the environment. That was the conclusion... (more)

Lindsay Campbell
September 4, 2019
Tyson Sued For Pretending It’s a Responsible, Ethical Company

Labeling of food is a minefield; the FDA has many rules about what companies can... (more)

Dan Nosowitz
August 9, 2019
Apparently We Can Fertilize Plants With Smoke Stacks at Coal Processors

New research suggests coal plants could provide some nice fertilizer.

Dan Nosowitz
February 21, 2019
Midwestern Farming Is in Danger From Climate Change

The reasons why might not be easy to change.

Dan Nosowitz
December 26, 2018
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