Crop Diversity Benefits: Why Variety is Key to Sustainable FarmingCrop diversity enhances ecological and economic benefits on farms, resulting in improved resilience and yields.
This Houston startup just won $50 million from Elon Musk's XPrize for Carbon RemovalMati Carbon wins the XPrize for its innovative CO2 removal method using crushed rock dust on small farms, achieving environmental and agricultural benefits.
How XPrize Winner Mati Carbon Is Helping FarmersAnd the PlanetMati Carbon aims to remove 100 million metric tons of CO2 by 2040 while assisting 100 million farmers in the Global South.Mati Carbon won the XPrize Carbon Removal award to help scale their innovative approach to enhanced rock weathering.The initiative highlights the need for diverse solutions to tackle climate change.
Cornell Atkinson at 15: celebrating science, fostering hope | Cornell ChronicleCollaboration between EDF and Cornell leads to improved food safety regulations and sustainable agricultural practices.
Review: Maker's Mark Releases Its First Non-BourbonMaker's Mark introduces Star Hill Farm Whisky, a new wheat whisky emphasizing regenerative agriculture and flavor innovation.
Why You Should Plant Soybeans Early This YearEarlier planting of soybeans can improve yields and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Crop Diversity Benefits: Why Variety is Key to Sustainable FarmingCrop diversity enhances ecological and economic benefits on farms, resulting in improved resilience and yields.
This Houston startup just won $50 million from Elon Musk's XPrize for Carbon RemovalMati Carbon wins the XPrize for its innovative CO2 removal method using crushed rock dust on small farms, achieving environmental and agricultural benefits.
How XPrize Winner Mati Carbon Is Helping FarmersAnd the PlanetMati Carbon aims to remove 100 million metric tons of CO2 by 2040 while assisting 100 million farmers in the Global South.Mati Carbon won the XPrize Carbon Removal award to help scale their innovative approach to enhanced rock weathering.The initiative highlights the need for diverse solutions to tackle climate change.
Cornell Atkinson at 15: celebrating science, fostering hope | Cornell ChronicleCollaboration between EDF and Cornell leads to improved food safety regulations and sustainable agricultural practices.
Review: Maker's Mark Releases Its First Non-BourbonMaker's Mark introduces Star Hill Farm Whisky, a new wheat whisky emphasizing regenerative agriculture and flavor innovation.
Why You Should Plant Soybeans Early This YearEarlier planting of soybeans can improve yields and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
White and Black farmers still bear the scars of Zimbabwe's land grabsThe mishandling of land reform in Zimbabwe led to the eviction of white farmers, enriched the elite, and left many Black Zimbabweans in poverty.
The real reason eggs are more expensive than everRising egg prices in 2025, due to avian flu, have doubled to $6 per dozen, indicating severe supply issues.
Bird flu forced 30M chickens to be culled across nine states so far this yearBird flu has led to the culling of millions of chickens across nine states, significantly impacting egg prices.
The real reason eggs are more expensive than everRising egg prices in 2025, due to avian flu, have doubled to $6 per dozen, indicating severe supply issues.
Bird flu forced 30M chickens to be culled across nine states so far this yearBird flu has led to the culling of millions of chickens across nine states, significantly impacting egg prices.
Sweating to Shivering: Study Finds Rapid Swings in Temperature Have IncreasedIncreased frequency of rapid temperature changes poses significant threats to agriculture, ecosystems, and vulnerable communities.
Can NASA Help Predict Wildflower Super Blooms? | KQEDResearchers have successfully used spectral imaging to monitor flower blooming patterns over an entire growing season.
Carcinogen Rising in Rice Supply Due to Climate ChangeClimate change threatens rice production through increased inorganic arsenic levels, posing risks to health for rice consumers by 2050.
Trump's funding freeze of Indigenous food programs may violate treaty law - High Country NewsTribal food sovereignty initiatives face a significant challenge with the USDA funding freeze, impacting Indigenous agriculture and food systems.The USDA funding freeze raises deeper concerns regarding the federal government's commitment to Indigenous nations.
Shock to the system': farmers hit by Trump's tariffs and cuts say they need another bailoutFarmers in the U.S. face potential financial ruin without a taxpayer-funded bailout due to climate shocks and tariff impacts.
Meet the researchers pioneering Spanish climate solutionsSpain's flash floods in October 2024 underscore the severe impact of climate change on vulnerable regions, causing widespread devastation and 200+ fatalities.
Sweating to Shivering: Study Finds Rapid Swings in Temperature Have IncreasedIncreased frequency of rapid temperature changes poses significant threats to agriculture, ecosystems, and vulnerable communities.
Can NASA Help Predict Wildflower Super Blooms? | KQEDResearchers have successfully used spectral imaging to monitor flower blooming patterns over an entire growing season.
Carcinogen Rising in Rice Supply Due to Climate ChangeClimate change threatens rice production through increased inorganic arsenic levels, posing risks to health for rice consumers by 2050.
Trump's funding freeze of Indigenous food programs may violate treaty law - High Country NewsTribal food sovereignty initiatives face a significant challenge with the USDA funding freeze, impacting Indigenous agriculture and food systems.The USDA funding freeze raises deeper concerns regarding the federal government's commitment to Indigenous nations.
Shock to the system': farmers hit by Trump's tariffs and cuts say they need another bailoutFarmers in the U.S. face potential financial ruin without a taxpayer-funded bailout due to climate shocks and tariff impacts.
Meet the researchers pioneering Spanish climate solutionsSpain's flash floods in October 2024 underscore the severe impact of climate change on vulnerable regions, causing widespread devastation and 200+ fatalities.
Vance visit: What's at stake for India-US trade amid Trump tariff threat?US tariffs on India are significantly lower than India's on US products, especially affecting agriculture.
After 80 years in Silicon Valley, one family farm remains a city gemCosentino Family Farm in San Jose remains a vital community staple, showcasing family-run agricultural tradition amidst urban development.
Gardening business launches into its 64th seasonSantacroce Nursery offers a variety of seasonal plants and continues a family tradition in agriculture, now managed by the next generation.
After 80 years in Silicon Valley, one family farm remains a city gemCosentino Family Farm in San Jose remains a vital community staple, showcasing family-run agricultural tradition amidst urban development.
Gardening business launches into its 64th seasonSantacroce Nursery offers a variety of seasonal plants and continues a family tradition in agriculture, now managed by the next generation.
Robotic gripper uses tape measure as inspiration to hold delicate objects - Yanko DesignA novel robotic gripper called 'GRIP-tape' is designed for gentle handling of delicate fruits and vegetables.
A new robotic gripper made of measuring tape is sizing up fruit and veggie pickingRobotic grippers made from measuring tape offer a soft, safe, low-cost solution for agriculture applications.
Robotic gripper uses tape measure as inspiration to hold delicate objects - Yanko DesignA novel robotic gripper called 'GRIP-tape' is designed for gentle handling of delicate fruits and vegetables.
A new robotic gripper made of measuring tape is sizing up fruit and veggie pickingRobotic grippers made from measuring tape offer a soft, safe, low-cost solution for agriculture applications.
This Dreaded Agricultural Pest is Back: How Farmers Are Fighting ItThe European corn borer's resurgence requires farmers to swiftly adapt control strategies to mitigate crop damage.
South Carolina Says PFAS-Contaminated Farmland Should Be Superfund SiteThe Galey & Lord mill site poses serious environmental hazards due to PFAS contamination from sludge fertilizer used on local farmland.
How social media and a love of lambing brought this globe-trotting Englishwoman to a hill farm in SligoJazmine Williams combines sheep farming with full-time veterinary work and children's book writing while reflecting on her family's impact from past farming challenges.
Into the barn: The joys of spring lambing seasonThe joy of lambing season amidst challenges like cold weather highlights the bond between farmers and their livestock.
How social media and a love of lambing brought this globe-trotting Englishwoman to a hill farm in SligoJazmine Williams combines sheep farming with full-time veterinary work and children's book writing while reflecting on her family's impact from past farming challenges.
Into the barn: The joys of spring lambing seasonThe joy of lambing season amidst challenges like cold weather highlights the bond between farmers and their livestock.
We're All Dead': Frustrated Republican Senators Rip Into Trump TariffsRepublican lawmakers are worried about the economic impact of Trump's new Liberation Day tariffs.
California farmers brace for consequences as Trump's tariffs bring economic upheavalTrump's tariff pauses calmed markets but left California farmers anxious about the agricultural impact.
How Trump's Tariffs Could Hurt US Farmers and Benefit BrazilSoybeans are central to U.S.-China trade tensions, affecting American farmers and benefiting competitors like Brazil.
CNN Anchor Confronts Karoline Leavitt Over Trump Country Farmer Torching Tariffs: What Is That Farmer Missing?'Trump's tariffs on farmers face significant backlash, highlighting concerns over their economic impact amidst recovery efforts.
Tariffs threaten to upend markets American farmers depend onTariffs impose severe economic burdens on U.S. row crop farmers, disrupting their profits and increasing costs.
Republican Senator Warns Tariffs Cost U.S. Businesses Access to Markets: And They Don't Come Back'Republican Senators express concerns over President Trump's tariffs and their potential damage to the economy, especially agriculture.
We're All Dead': Frustrated Republican Senators Rip Into Trump TariffsRepublican lawmakers are worried about the economic impact of Trump's new Liberation Day tariffs.
California farmers brace for consequences as Trump's tariffs bring economic upheavalTrump's tariff pauses calmed markets but left California farmers anxious about the agricultural impact.
How Trump's Tariffs Could Hurt US Farmers and Benefit BrazilSoybeans are central to U.S.-China trade tensions, affecting American farmers and benefiting competitors like Brazil.
CNN Anchor Confronts Karoline Leavitt Over Trump Country Farmer Torching Tariffs: What Is That Farmer Missing?'Trump's tariffs on farmers face significant backlash, highlighting concerns over their economic impact amidst recovery efforts.
Tariffs threaten to upend markets American farmers depend onTariffs impose severe economic burdens on U.S. row crop farmers, disrupting their profits and increasing costs.
Republican Senator Warns Tariffs Cost U.S. Businesses Access to Markets: And They Don't Come Back'Republican Senators express concerns over President Trump's tariffs and their potential damage to the economy, especially agriculture.
Strawberries Aren't Ripe for Africa? His Farms Disprove That, Deliciously.Thierno Agne transformed farming perceptions in Senegal, proving it can be a respected, lucrative career.
APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR VALUE-ADDED FOOD ENTREPRENEURS INTERESTED IN COHORT 6 OF HAWAI'I AG & CULINARY ALLIANCE SCHOLARSHIPHACA's scholarship supports Hawai'i entrepreneurs in scaling value-added food businesses with essential training and resources.
Strawberries Aren't Ripe for Africa? His Farms Disprove That, Deliciously.Thierno Agne transformed farming perceptions in Senegal, proving it can be a respected, lucrative career.
APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR VALUE-ADDED FOOD ENTREPRENEURS INTERESTED IN COHORT 6 OF HAWAI'I AG & CULINARY ALLIANCE SCHOLARSHIPHACA's scholarship supports Hawai'i entrepreneurs in scaling value-added food businesses with essential training and resources.
Boy, 14, crushed to death by machinery' only ever wanted to be a farmer, father saysThe tragic death of 14-year-old Harry Moss, who aspired to be a farmer, highlights the dangers of agricultural work.
'He was raised on a farm, had a big interest in farming' - Teen killed, another hospitalised after Co Leitrim tractor crashA fatal crash involving a tractor claimed the life of a teenage passenger in Carrigallen, shocking the local community.
Boy, 14, crushed to death by machinery' only ever wanted to be a farmer, father saysThe tragic death of 14-year-old Harry Moss, who aspired to be a farmer, highlights the dangers of agricultural work.
'He was raised on a farm, had a big interest in farming' - Teen killed, another hospitalised after Co Leitrim tractor crashA fatal crash involving a tractor claimed the life of a teenage passenger in Carrigallen, shocking the local community.
One-sixth of the planet's cropland has toxic levels of one or more metalsThe first 30 centimeters of soil vital for agriculture, also hosts alarming levels of toxic metals.
An intriguing science exhibit in Berkeley explores the future of foodThe Future of Food exhibit explores innovative food sources and technologies that will shape sustainable eating habits by 2050.
The Guardian view on new forests: a vision born in the Midlands is worth imitating | EditorialNew western forest project benefits wildlife and local economy despite some government opposition to wildlife protections.
Like the Ritz for wildlife: the joy of recreating England's ancient hedgesDartmoor's ancient reaves are remnants of old agricultural practices that shaped the UK's hedge landscape.Community efforts are reviving hedge planting to support wildlife, following decades of decline in hedge numbers.
Big, biodiverse and beautiful: can Romania's centuries-old giant haystacks survive modern farming?Romanian haystacks reflect a vanishing rural tradition that supports biodiversity and community labor.
The Guardian view on new forests: a vision born in the Midlands is worth imitating | EditorialNew western forest project benefits wildlife and local economy despite some government opposition to wildlife protections.
Like the Ritz for wildlife: the joy of recreating England's ancient hedgesDartmoor's ancient reaves are remnants of old agricultural practices that shaped the UK's hedge landscape.Community efforts are reviving hedge planting to support wildlife, following decades of decline in hedge numbers.
Big, biodiverse and beautiful: can Romania's centuries-old giant haystacks survive modern farming?Romanian haystacks reflect a vanishing rural tradition that supports biodiversity and community labor.
After a Historically Rough 2024, Louisiana Crawfish Producers Are Bouncing BackHistoric drought in Louisiana severely affected crawfish production in 2023, leading to a 90% crop yield decline.
Trump's Tariffs May Risk U.S. Access to This Critical MineralPotash is vital for agriculture and a potential economic weapon in the U.S.-Canada trade war.
11 Fruit Tree Pruning Secrets That Will Increase Your YieldPruning is essential for improving fruit tree health and maximizing yield.Understanding your specific tree type is critical for successful pruning.Focus on removing the 3 D's: dead, diseased, or damaged branches to boost production.
Farmers furious as Farage admits he would allow chlorine-washed chicken in US dealThe Independent emphasizes the importance of grassroots reporting and accessible journalism through public support.Nigel Farage's stance on American agricultural products poses a risk to UK standards in trade negotiations.
Trump administration to slap Mexican tomatoes with 21% 'antidumping duty' during peak seasonThe Trump administration is imposing a 21% tariff on Mexican tomatoes to protect US growers.
Farmers furious as Farage admits he would allow chlorine-washed chicken in US dealThe Independent emphasizes the importance of grassroots reporting and accessible journalism through public support.Nigel Farage's stance on American agricultural products poses a risk to UK standards in trade negotiations.
Trump administration to slap Mexican tomatoes with 21% 'antidumping duty' during peak seasonThe Trump administration is imposing a 21% tariff on Mexican tomatoes to protect US growers.
How Wisconsin Became The Cheese Capital Of America (And The World!) - Tasting TableWisconsin's cheesemaking tradition has deep roots, evolving from necessity and craftsmanship to a modern industry with high standards.
This U.S. State Produces 11.5% of America's FoodThe U.S. agriculture industry faces challenges from trade wars, impacting supply chains and food distribution.Farmers worry about the future of their exports due to shifting trade relationships.
This U.S. State Produces 11.5% of America's FoodThe U.S. agriculture industry faces challenges from trade wars, impacting supply chains and food distribution.Farmers worry about the future of their exports due to shifting trade relationships.
Historic Santa Cruz County Redman-Hirahara' house faces possible demolitionThe Redman-Hirahara house's future may end with its proposed demolition due to disrepair and lack of funding for restoration.
Historic Santa Cruz County 'Redman-Hirahara' house faces possible demolitionThe historic Redman-Hirahara house in Watsonville faces potential demolition as it falls into disrepair and county officials consider delisting it.
Historic Santa Cruz County Redman-Hirahara' house faces possible demolitionThe Redman-Hirahara house's future may end with its proposed demolition due to disrepair and lack of funding for restoration.
Historic Santa Cruz County 'Redman-Hirahara' house faces possible demolitionThe historic Redman-Hirahara house in Watsonville faces potential demolition as it falls into disrepair and county officials consider delisting it.
What It Takes to Make Switzerland's Most Famous CheeseThe process of making Gruyère cheese in Fribourg relies on traditional methods and local biodiversity for high-quality milk.
fromBon Appetit2 weeks agoThe Seeds That Grow the Most Delicious VegetablesDan Barber created Row 7 Seed Company to enhance vegetable diversity and flavor amid a homogenized food industry.
Why fresh yuzu is so expensive in the USYuzu's popularity in the US contrasts with its staple status in Japan, where production is abundant.
Congress to investigate controversial Point Reyes land dealCongress investigates a settlement impacting Point Reyes agricultural operations due to transparency concerns.
Growing Cannabis on the Old Family FarmLucas Kerr has transformed his family's historic farm into a cannabis operation, reflecting on his ancestors' legacy while reinvigorating the land's purpose.
Farmers face one of the highest rates of suicide. This social worker believes the solution is buried in their landThe LandLogic Model helps farmers address emotional struggles using familiar visual tools like aerial photographs of their farms.
US honeybee deaths hit record high as scientists scramble to find main causeRecord high honeybee deaths in the US threaten the agricultural system, with commercial beekeepers losing over 60% of their colonies this winter.
Bees Are Under Threat from Climate Change, the Trade War and DogeHoneybee colonies are facing unprecedented threats, with up to 70% potential loss due to parasites, climate change, and pesticide usage.
US honeybee deaths hit record high as scientists scramble to find main causeRecord high honeybee deaths in the US threaten the agricultural system, with commercial beekeepers losing over 60% of their colonies this winter.
Bees Are Under Threat from Climate Change, the Trade War and DogeHoneybee colonies are facing unprecedented threats, with up to 70% potential loss due to parasites, climate change, and pesticide usage.
Proposed California bill aims to limit how many roosters you can ownCalifornia Assembly Bill 928 limits rooster ownership to combat cockfighting, but raises concerns among livestock breeders about its impact on farming.
Foot-and-mouth disease: farm animals buried in northern HungaryA significant foot-and-mouth disease outbreak in Levél has led to the slaughter and burial of over 3,000 farm animals.Local residents express concerns about potential groundwater contamination due to the mass burial of carcasses.
Proposed California bill aims to limit how many roosters you can ownCalifornia Assembly Bill 928 limits rooster ownership to combat cockfighting, but raises concerns among livestock breeders about its impact on farming.
Foot-and-mouth disease: farm animals buried in northern HungaryA significant foot-and-mouth disease outbreak in Levél has led to the slaughter and burial of over 3,000 farm animals.Local residents express concerns about potential groundwater contamination due to the mass burial of carcasses.
Castro Farmers' Market 2025 (Every Wednesday)The Castro Farmers' Market offers a diverse selection of local produce and goods every Wednesday through November 19th.
Video. Keukenhof Gardens become the ultimate spring social media hotspotKeukenhof Gardens attracts social media influencers during tulip blooms but faces challenges from tourist foot traffic.
Farming goes high-tech with Starlink & John DeereStarlink's collaboration with John Deere enhances rural connectivity in Brazil, improving agricultural efficiencies through advanced technology.
Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on WednesdayGunther Felssner withdrew from agriculture minister candidacy after protests at his farm due to safety concerns for his family.
Germany's asparagus season shrinking DW 04/03/2025Asparagus season in Germany faces challenges due to reduced production, changing tastes, and labor shortages.
Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on WednesdayGunther Felssner withdrew from agriculture minister candidacy after protests at his farm due to safety concerns for his family.
Germany's asparagus season shrinking DW 04/03/2025Asparagus season in Germany faces challenges due to reduced production, changing tastes, and labor shortages.
We don't pay enough for our food, says Alan TitchmarshBritons should pay more for food, with tax cuts suggested for those who grow their own.
Egg shortages reported in French superstoresFrench supermarkets experience supply constraints on eggs, not a serious shortage, unlike the US's 'eggflation' situation.
10 years on from milk quotas: 'Dairy farmers now have middle-class incomes - but not middle-class working hours'Ireland's dairy output surged from 4.9 billion to 8 billion liters, significantly benefiting farmers, though the journey has faced many challenges.
As Trump Stokes Uncertainty, the Fed Asks Businesses Where It HurtsBergen's greenhouse business faces uncertainties due to potential tariffs and immigration changes, impacting expansion and workforce stability.
In Tokyo, Rice Farmers Protest Misguided' Rules Fueling ShortagesJapan faces a severe rice shortage prompting government intervention and widespread protests from farmers, reflecting deep economic anxieties.
As Trump Stokes Uncertainty, the Fed Asks Businesses Where It HurtsBergen's greenhouse business faces uncertainties due to potential tariffs and immigration changes, impacting expansion and workforce stability.
In Tokyo, Rice Farmers Protest Misguided' Rules Fueling ShortagesJapan faces a severe rice shortage prompting government intervention and widespread protests from farmers, reflecting deep economic anxieties.
3 States Issue Warnings About Unsolicited Packages of SeedsResidents in several states received unsolicited seed packages from China, raising concerns about invasive plants and agricultural risks.
Why microplastic pollution in soils and crops is 'raising alarm' among expertsThe proliferation of plastic bags is severely affecting farmland in Uganda, impacting agriculture and human health.
Man-of-match rewarded for 'eggs-ellent' displayBryne FK awards eggs to its player of the match, celebrating local agricultural ties.
How Jean-Claude Bastos' African innovation fund winners are transforming industries - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comThe Innovation Prize for Africa winners are revolutionizing multiple industries with unique solutions that address critical challenges in health, agriculture, and technology.
Spring Planting and Soil Compaction: 5 Management TipsSoil compaction hinders crop growth; understanding prevention and management is essential for successful planting.
Scientists want to bring WOLVES and BEARS back to BritainRewilding Britain's landscape with wolves and bears raises concerns about safety for farmers and the public.
Program Aims To Help Sonoma Farmers Map Out Their Future | KQEDSmall farmers in Sonoma County face significant challenges due to rising land prices.Sonoma County's Ag and Open Space District's new program aims to support local farmers.
Russia-Ukraine agree to 'eliminate the use of force' in the Black Sea amid a partial ceasefire - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comUkraine and Russia agree to a partial ceasefire to eliminate force against commercial vessels in the Black Sea.
Silicon Valley's vertical farmer Plenty, backed by Jeff Bezos, Softbank, files bankruptcyPlenty Unlimited Inc. filed for bankruptcy while pursuing restructuring or asset sale after attracting millions from high-profile investors.
Warning that EU tariffs on bourbon could hurt Ireland more than the USThe EU is delaying a proposed 50% tariff on American whiskey to facilitate further discussions with the US.
Inheritance tax reform could threaten 200,000 jobs in family businesses and farms, survey warnsChanges to inheritance tax could lead to over 200,000 job losses in family businesses and farms, severely affecting the economy.