Are Next-Gen Synthetic Fibers the Future of Sustainable Textiles?
As research and production of next-gen synthetic fibers takes off in search of alternatives to polyester, some natural fiber producers worry they’ll be left in the hamper.
What Does it Take to Become an Organic Farmer?
A USDA NRCS specialist answers questions about transitioning to organic farming.
Meet the Farmer Who Pivoted in Her Fifties From a Law Firm to a Microgreens Farm
Tami Purdue waited until later in life to start her urban agriculture career. Now, she runs a thriving microgreens farm and community garden.
When Natural Disasters Strike the Farm, the Effects Linger
Extreme weather events are happening more often and with more intensity. Surviving them is a multi-year process.
The Uncertain Future of Lobstering in Maine
Lobstermen and women in Maine are facing a growing list of regulations. But what will their communities look like if the industry dries up?
‘Waste Wool’ is a Burden for Farmers. What if it Could be a Solution Instead?
Sheep farmers across the US and Canada often end up burning, burying or stockpiling wool. Entrepreneurs, researchers and community groups are working to flip the script by transforming discarded wool into a different kind of fertilizer.
Small-Scale Farming Shouldn’t Just Be a Hobby. So Why Is It So Hard to Make a Living?
Farmers are driven by a desire to be productive. But as running a small farm feels increasingly precarious, many are being driven into the ground.
Opinion: In American Agriculture, Size Matters
Consolidation is threatening small and midsized farms with extinction. Here’s why that’s a big problem.
In Alaska, Affordable Farms Are Hard to Find
Despite Alaska’s size, farmland is still out of reach for new farmers.
