Meet the Viticulturist Testing Thousands of Seeds to Find the Strongest One
At her winery in Barcelona, Mireia Pujo-Busquets is testing seeds to see which have the longevity to withstand warming temperatures while still holding true to the region’s deep-seeded winemaking traditions.
Six Months on the Road: Inside the World of Migratory Beekeeping
Bees and other pollinators are a hardworking but often forgotten backbone of our food system. In order to get everywhere they need to be, beekeepers travel with hives for nearly half the year.
Impulse Chickens and Trendy Goats: The Pitfalls of Modern Homesteading
A few months after backyard chickens became popular in the spring of 2020, farm rescues and sanctuaries saw an influx of surrendered birds. Now, they’re asking people to think twice before following their homesteading dreams.
Growing Green: Cannabis Farmers Tackle Sustainability
With a burgeoning demand for marijuana, both legal and illegal operations face scrutiny over water issues, energy usage, and plastic pollution.
Why California Wineries are Embracing Fire to Avoid Disaster
The California wine industry has been rocked by years of destructive wildfires. Now, it’s working to adapt before the next big one ignites.
Turning Empty Offices Into Vertical Farms
With office usage hovering near 50 percent of pre-pandemic levels, many cities are struggling with a plethora of under-utilized space. Why not dedicate those desks and cubicles to growing food?
Prospective Farmers Face Big Barriers to Entry. This Apprentice Program Wants to Set a New Standard
Glynwood Center for Regional Food and Farming wants its innovative apprentice program to change the game for young and marginalized entrants into farming.
Who’s To Take Over the Family Farm?
Stories of farmland succession from the Modern Farmer community.
As Chaga Keeps Trending, Mycologists Worry About Running Out
Chaga, a fungus found in colder climates, is a trendy ingredient in supplements and functional foods. But some foragers worry the supply is growing thin.
