Industry Report Shows Nearly One-Third of All American Jobs Tied to Food and Agriculture
The annual Feeding the Economy report highlights the vital role of the industry.
Antibiotic Commonly Used in Orchards Slows Cognition of Bumblebees
Streptomycin, often sprayed on orchard crops to combat bacterial diseases, has several negative impacts on bee populations.
Some Wolves Are Back on the Endangered Species List
The wolves are once again protected, meaning farmers and ranchers can no longer hunt them.
Future Reliance On Fossil Fuels Could Put Unprecedented Stress On Food Systems
New research paints a harrowing picture of a drought-stricken planet.
What Will It Take to Tackle America’s Feral Hog Problem?
There are differing views about what to do about wild pig populations, known for rooting up fields and disrupting farm ecosystems.
Spotlight On the Visionaries Running a Worm Farm In Prison
Sustainability programs in prisons can benefit the environment, society and incarcerated people alike.
In the middle of Chicago, a one-acre plot is dedicated to changing lives, one student at a time.
CDC Reveals That Only 10 Percent of Americans Eat Enough Fruits and Vegetables
On the other hand, there are lots of holes in the data to which the estimations are based.
SNAP Benefits Can Be Used to Buy Seeds. Why Isn’t That Well Known?
The largest federal nutrition assistance program allows participants to purchase seeds and seedlings, which should, in theory, help low-income gardeners grow their own food.
