Skip to content
  • Farm
  • Food
  • Consumption
  • Search

Plants & Crops

Topics

  • Farming Redefined
  • Food Equity
  • Conscious Consumption
  • Meet the Modern Farmer
  • On The Ground
  • Spotlight On
  • How To

Explore

  • People
  • Solutions Hub
  • Series

Modern Farmer

  • About Us
  • Our Team
  • Collaborations
  • Submissions

The Modern Farmer Weekly

Food-Article

How Native Water Protectors Champion Water Quality

Native advocates lead initiatives in the fight against fossil fuel impacts, pollution and overdevelopment.

by Hadassah Patterson
Farm-How to

How to Care for Your Garden in Unpredictable Weather

From late frosts to blazing sun, unusual weather can be a gardener's worst enemy. Here are expert tips for cultivating a resilient garden.

by Bridget Shirvell
Consumption-Article

In Hawai‘i, American Farmers Believe They Do Cacao Better

Though they produce a fraction of global cacao, Hawaiian producers say their bars are primed to lead the ethical chocolate market.

by Megan Ulu-Lani Boyanton
Farm-Series

Ready to Garden? Start Here

If you're ready to get your hands in the dirt and finally start that garden plot, this is your guide.

by Modern Farmer
Farm-Republication

Growing Corn in the Desert, No Irrigation Required

The surreal sight of squash, melons and corn sprouting from the sandy ground reflects an ancient farming technique that’s newly relevant.

by Michaela Hass, Reasons to be Cheerful
Farm-Series

Top 10 Farming Redefined Stories of 2024

Readers this year couldn't get enough of innovative ranchers, family farm dynamics, and examining factory farms.

by Modern Farmer
Consumption-Series

Top 10 Conscious Consumption Stories of 2024

Readers this year loved stories on cutting food waste, the truth about biogas, and dealing with plastic.

by Modern Farmer
Food-Spotlight On

Spotlight On the Students Growing Kalo in Hawai’i

This plant has deep roots in Hawai’i. By cultivating and tending to the kalo, students are learning more than just farming techniques. They are connecting with their culture.

by Libby Leonard
Farm-Article

Can Human Urine Fertilize Our Crops?

New England farmers are participating in the first known field trials of human-urine fertilizer in the U.S.

by Anna Laird Barto, Ambrook Research
1 2 3 4 … 77 78 Next

Follow us

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • LinkedIn
  • X

Explore topics

  • Farm
  • Food
  • Consumption

Suggested Solution

Prepare a Slice of Your Yard For a Pollinator Garden

Share With Us

We want to hear from Modern Farmer readers who have thoughtful commentary, actionable solutions, or helpful ideas to share.

Submit

For people who care where their food comes from.

Topics

  • Farming Redefined
  • Food Equity
  • Conscious Consumption

Modern Farmer

  • About Us
  • Our Team
  • Collaborations
  • Submissions

Community and Policies

  • Community Guidelines
  • Ethics and Policies
  • Funders and Supporters
  • Republication Guidelines
  • Accessibility Statement
  • Privacy Policy

Follow us

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • LinkedIn
  • X

© 2026 Modern Farmer. All rights reserved.

Modern Farmer is part of Epic Gardening, Inc.

We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies.
Cookie settings ACCEPT
Cookies Policy

Cookies

This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these cookies, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may have an effect on your browsing experience.
Necessary
Always Enabled

Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. These cookies do not store any personal information.

Non Necessary

Any cookies that may not be particularly necessary for the website to function and are used specifically to collect user personal data via analytics, ads, other embedded contents are termed as non-necessary cookies.

Save & Accept