How the loss of soil is sacrificing America’s natural heritage
A new study points to a stunning loss of topsoil in the Corn Belt — the result of farming practices that have depleted this once-fertile...Indian farmers head for showdown with government over agricultural reform
Already bearing heavy costs from climate change, Indian farmers fear the government’s market reforms will drive them deeper into debt The post Indian farmers head...
A New Study on Regenerative Grazing Complicates Climate Optimism
A new, peer-reviewed paper on White Oak Pastures’ practices advances our understanding of the climate impact of beef and the potential for regenerative grazing to...
Seabird patrols to self-healing buildings: The 15 conservation stories to watch in 2021
In their latest scan of emerging global biological conservation issues, experts assess the 15 most urgent risks society needs to address.
Less snow is the new norm. That’s trouble for farmers
For decades, climate researchers have warned that as atmospheric temperatures continue to rise, the Pacific Northwest will have less snow and consequently less water to...
For the Hopi Tribe, withering corn crops show impact of climate change
For 2,000 years, the Hopi have been growing corn in an arid landscape, relying on the rains. Now climate change threatens their farming traditions.
Black Farmers Say They Were Dropped from the USDA’s Food Box Program
Every time Lula Cooley dropped off food boxes at Black churches or on the doorsteps of low-income senior citizens in Laurel, Mississippi, she was met...
Our 2020 Food and Farming Holiday Book Gift Guide
In an unprecedented year, we found solace and inspiration in some wonderful food and farming books, and once again, we’re excited to share some of...