Welcome to the Next Generation of Agricultural Drones
The newest crop of drones promises farmers greater sustainability and autonomy, while drawing interested newcomers into the field.
Farm Groups Urge Legislators to Allow Changes to the Packers and Stockyards Act
A policy rider in a new bill could prevent the USDA from making changes to the P&S Act that many say are desperately needed.
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.
In California, Climate Change Fuels Disasters—and a Push For More Farmworker Protections
Buffeted by fire and flooding, California has moved slowly to provide disaster relief for farmworkers. Despite being better than the status quo, one-off payments are often too little, too late.
Fertilizer Companies Cash in While Farmers and Communities Struggle
Claims of market manipulation drive national concern over fertilizer industry consolidation.
At Last, States Reach a Colorado River Deal: Pay Farmers Not to Farm
Farmers in the southwest will get millions of dollars to reduce their water usage for just three years. But when the new conservation deal expires in 2026, states will have to return to the negotiating table yet again.
‘There Is No Safety At All.’ Living and Farming in a War Zone
Farmers in Ukraine are dealing with landmines, occupied territories and cut-off transportation lines. The lack of food coming out of the region is contributing to global food insecurity. Despite the challenges, many farmers say they just want to return to their fields.
Colorado Becomes First State with Right-to-Repair Law
When it comes to agricultural equipment, the Centennial State has become the DIY State.
Electric Tractors are Rolling Out in the Field. Here’s What That Could Mean for Farmers.
E-tractors could radically change the agricultural landscape by scaling sustainability and increasing efficiency.
