Year in Review: 5 Solutions Stories That See a Way Forward
From dealing with "waste wool" to rethinking plastic mulch to stopping aquaculture pollution, revisit some of our favorite solutions-focused stories from 2023.
Toxic PFAS are Everywhere, and Remain Largely Unregulated
A new report from Food & Water Watch analyzed why attempts to legally rein in "forever chemicals" continue to fail.
Small Processors Face Big Obstacles in Ultra-Consolidated Meat-Packing Industry
USDA grants help small processors push back against the ‘Big Four,’ but it’s an uphill battle.
How Diverse is the Wine Industry Now?
Has the soul searching following Black Lives Matter led to real change?
Planned, farm-centered neighborhoods are on the rise in the United States, offering farm-to-table food and a strong community for residents.
The Role of the Hunter in Fighting Hunger
With an abundance of deer spilling into suburban and agricultural land, hunting advocates say there’s never been a better time for humans to reclaim our role in the food chain.
Bird Flu is Spiking Again. Here’s What Producers and Industry Are Doing About It
With nearly 70 million birds affected, the risk of bird flu throughout North America remains high. Infection rates could continue to rise, so producers are trying to be proactive.
Farmworker-Led Groups Push For Next Farm Bill to Include Worker Rights and Protections
The Farm Bill has historically excluded farmworker protections. Many hope this year will be different.
The Solution to Water Woes Could Lie With Beavers
Although many farmers and ranchers have long seen beavers as vermin, ecologists are hoping to change their minds, and along with them, the very landscape of North America.
