How to Harvest Seaweed Sustainably
Think of harvesting seaweed like giving the plant a haircut, leaving the root so it can grow all year, and other useful tips to ensure a sustainable harvest.
California Wants to Pay Farmers to Not Farm This Year
The state is taking extreme measures to conserve water.
Maine Farmers Face a Crisis Over Forever Chemicals
Since discovering PFAS contamination on multiple farms last year, the state has served as a national model to stop its continued spread.
Solar-Driven System Could Produce Electricity and Water in Desert Regions
The developing technology would help tackle food insecurity in arid locations.
Regional Barley is Fueling a Single Malt Whiskey Renaissance
A new category of all-American single malt whiskey is emerging, presenting new opportunities for grain farmers and maltsters.
Opinion: Farmers Are Overusing Insecticide-Coated Seeds
Studies suggest that seeds coated with neonicotinoid insecticides may harm nontarget insects, mammals and birds. In response, states are starting to restrict use of these products.
Science Says You Can Swap Your Fertilizer For Black-Eyed Peas
Don’t underestimate this crop’s nitrogen-generating capabilities.
At This Farm, Data Is the Most Important Crop
In Ottawa, a government-supported nonprofit is researching solutions to address current—and future—problems for farmers.
How My Toddler Reminded Me of the Joys of Composting
It can sometimes be messy, but composting with kids helps introduce them to sustainable living—and makes it feel like less of a chore in the process.
