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Where to Get Started: A Guide For Young Farmers

If you’re a young person looking to start a career in farming, check out these organizations.

by Emily Baron Cadloff· June 24, 2024
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Women Are Reclaiming Their Hunting Heritage

The surprising reasons fueling a hunting boom among women.

by Kathleen Willcox· June 3, 2024
Craig and Leah holding mushrooms.
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Advice and Resources for Getting Out of Factory Farming

We asked those interviewed for our stories on factory farming what advice they have for contract farmers looking for or needing other options. We’ve compiled some of their insights below.

by Lena Beck· May 7, 2024
Food-On The Ground

On the Ground With the Schools Learning What It Takes To Improve Lunch Menus

Here’s how four trailblazing school districts are gaining traction, from getting buy-in from kids to upping creativity in the kitchen.

by Emily Baron Cadloff· April 16, 2024
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Sequestering Carbon Is Not Just A Science But An Art, Too

Putting soil first, artist Brooke Singer founded Carbon Sponge for anyone to make positive change for the climate.

by Liz Susman Karp· April 3, 2024
A hayride at Topaz Farm.
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The Business Behind the Farm Visit

Agritourism can provide critical supplemental income for farmers. But navigating regulations is a mixed bag.

by Lena Beck· March 7, 2024
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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.

by Emily Baron Cadloff· January 30, 2024
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How to Evacuate Your Animals in an Emergency

Extreme weather conditions are happening more regularly and becoming more intense. Knowing what to do and practicing your emergency plan can make all the difference for both you and your livestock.

by Emily Baron Cadloff· January 30, 2024
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Troops Leaving Service Find New Purpose on the Farm

Transitioning back to civilian life can be a challenge for service members. This agricultural bootcamp helps veterans cultivate new beginnings and find opportunities in farming and food.

by Naoki Nitta· November 10, 2023
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