Meet Modern Farmer’s Guest Instagrammer: Lilac Hedge Farm
Say hello to Lilac Hedge Farm in Berlin, Massachusetts. They’re taking over Modern Farmer’s Instagram account for a bit. Stop by and have a look!
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Tired of Waiting for Feds, California Bill Addresses Illegal Farmworkers Issue
A similar bill was proposed in California three years ago, but it died as both immigrant rights groups and labor unions opposed it. They instead hoped for a national approach to im...
When Brad Pitt and Other Stars Say ‘Stop,’ Does Big Farming Listen?
It’s become a tradition for Hollywood stars to protest what some perceive as cruel industrial farming practices. When well-known actors lend their name to a cause, it can be a public relations nightmare for agribusinesses and the companies that buy from them. Sometimes it leads to policy changes; sometimes it doesn’t.
Meet the Modern Farmer: Emigdio Ballon
The Native Americans of the Tesuque Pueblo have farmed in the same New Mexico valley since at least the 1300s. But by the time Emigdio Ballon arrived to head their newly formed agr...
How to Build a Drip Irrigation System
Back before there were smartphones, there was smart irrigation.
Vermouth Moves to the Top Shelf
The small group of producers behind America’s recent vermouth revival pays very close attention to ingredients.
The Quest To Reintroduce Biblical Sheep To Israel
A gorgeous, intimidating, four-horned (!) sheep might be making a long journey home.
How to Grow Your Own Tomatoes Part 4: Disease Prevention
Tomato TLC – ten tips for keeping disease at bay.
