On the Ground With Growers Working to Localize Seed Production
The local food movement often has its roots in seeds grown far afield, but more farmers want to bring those foundational pieces of agriculture back home.
How are Tree Fruit Farmers Adapting to a Changing Climate?
Climate change threatens to upend fruit production. From mulching to thinking bigger, here’s how some farmers are adjusting to a riskier future.
The increasing popularity of hard cider means apple trees planted a century ago are being rediscovered and restored.
Your Questions About Agroforestry, Answered
We asked Modern Farmer readers what they wanted to know about planting trees.
Soil Blocking Has Many Benefits. What is It and How Can You Get Started?
Soil blocking is a plastic-free seed-starting method that’s gaining popularity as farmers and gardeners look to more sustainable practices.
Making ‘Weeds’ Part of the Food System
Tama Matsuoka Wong’s new book, Into the Weeds, is an invitation to change the way you look at what grows around you.
Your Food is Less Nutritious Than It Used to Be
As our climate changes, our food is at risk of immediate dangers such as fires and floods. But there are long-term impacts that have already changed the makeup of the food you eat.
Can Mushrooms Help Extinguish Toxic Waste?
Fungi offer a low-impact, full-circle solution to hazardous waste management.
Climate Change Is Coming for Your Favorite Condiments
From mustard to ketchup, here's what to know about how a warming world will impact the availability of beloved pantry staples.
