This is part two in a series about the organizations that support producers transitioning out of factory farming and the farmers who make the leap.
The American Climate Corps Will Put Climate Change Fighters to Work
A new US program will put early career applicants into the field with jobs such as building better food systems, protecting public lands, addressing environmental injustice and more.
Biogas From Mega-Dairies Is a Problem, Not a Solution
Manure biogas production has been touted as an environmental remedy to methane emissions from animal agriculture. But researchers, advocates and community members want you to know what’s really going on—and what you can do about it.
Chris Newman Wants to Help You Start Farming—Without Ruining Your Life
The first-generation farmer wants new farmers to stop thinking about individual small farms and start thinking about cooperatives.
Three Takeaways from the USDA Census of Agriculture
The 2022 Census of Agriculture was released this week, reporting increased farm profits but decreased farmland. Vilsack calls the data “a wakeup call.”
America’s food economy depends on long-haul trucking. Monitoring devices intended to make the industry safer might not be working.
Small Processors Face Big Obstacles in Ultra-Consolidated Meat-Packing Industry
USDA grants help small processors push back against the ‘Big Four,’ but it’s an uphill battle.
How Diverse is the Wine Industry Now?
Has the soul searching following Black Lives Matter led to real change?
Farmworker-Led Groups Push For Next Farm Bill to Include Worker Rights and Protections
The Farm Bill has historically excluded farmworker protections. Many hope this year will be different.
