Independent3 days agoJavaScriptHow this couple built a beach resort on a farm in landlocked LaoisIveta Melgaile and Pat Bowe transformed a pond into a beach resort on their farm, overcoming significant challenges and initial skepticism. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com1 month agoOMG scienceSmall farms boost rural economies. Can organic milk save dairies from extinction?Small dairies in Wisconsin face a crisis; many are struggling to survive against pressures that force them to either scale up or go out of business. [ more ]
Modern Farmer1 month agoOMG scienceFarmers Fought a Factory Farm and Won - Modern FarmerLocal farmers organized against the establishment of a CAFO, aiming to protect their community and traditional farming practices. [ more ]
WSJ8 months agoDesignMore Cheese, Please: Farmers Are Squeezing Cows for Fattier MilkAmericans are eating more cheese and butter, causing dairy farmers to strive for higher butterfat levels in cows' milk. Efforts to increase butterfat levels include using different cow breeds, feed mixes, and ensuring cow comfort. [ more ]