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This Modern Farmer Wants You to Grow a New Potato Strain

Also known as Johnny Potato Seed, this small farmer turned a plot of land in Wisconsin into the epicenter of an international potato breeding movement.

by Bevin Cohen· January 19, 2023
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Meet the Farmer Helping Black Kentuckians Return to Their Agricultural Roots

The initiatives of one burgeoning social enterprise give Black-owned farms a platform while connecting them to a wider swath of locals and visitors.

by Kelly Magyarics· January 12, 2023
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Meet The Modern Farmers Drumming Up Demand for Kelp

These New England seaweed farmers formed a cooperative in an effort to share the load of seaweed farming, as well as amp up their marketing efforts.

by Bridget Shirvell· January 3, 2023
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This Earn-While-You-Learn Model is Transforming a Colorado Food Desert

Huerta Urbana’s community members learn about urban farming, while supplying their neighbors with fresh produce and gaining careers in the agriculture industry.

by Carrie Honaker· December 30, 2022
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Meet the Maine Teenager-Turned-Landscaper Thanks to Grazing Goats

A love of both animals and cheese inspired the Grazy Goat Girls.

by Bridget Shirvell· November 25, 2022
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This Veteran Farmer Continues to Serve His Community

After serving in the Vietnam War and retiring from his career as a therapist, Rick Ritter has found a new purpose in growing and sharing food with others.

by Bevin Cohen· November 11, 2022
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Meet the Former Chefs Growing Restaurant-Driven Produce in Suburban Albany

Emma Hearst and John Barker once prepared ingredients for diners. Now they grow them at Forts Ferry Farm.

by Kerri Sullivan· October 2, 2022
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Meet the Modern Farmer Helping Immigrant Farmers Sell Their Produce

In Rhode Island, Jake Stanton works to help immigrant farmers market and grow their produce and skills.

by Bridget Shirvell· September 25, 2022
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Paddleboarding Goats Make a Splash on Prince Edward Island

Hitting the water with farmer Devon Saila and her beach-loving goats.

by Noah Lederman· September 23, 2022
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