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‘First Time Home,’ a short film created by American children of Triqui farmworkers, offers an unscripted, authentic glimpse into life for farmworker families—and why people choose to sacrifice their lives in Mexico for opportunities up North.
about 2 years ago
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In her new book, Jori Lewis traces the turbulent history of the ordinary peanut to slavery and African colonization.
over 2 years ago
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A lack of uniform rules and the state’s past missteps could keep farmers from getting access to ‘brown gold’—and the many climate and farm benefits it offers.
over 2 years ago
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Despite $100 million in recent investments, many of the state’s 400,000 to
800,000 farmworkers live in cramped, unsafe conditions.
almost 3 years ago
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As plastic pollution soars, companies are trying to get their milk to consumers with the smallest environmental footprint possible.
almost 3 years ago
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Birch Community Services in Portland, Oregon, takes a radical approach to
rescuing food, reducing food waste, and helping people manage their money—and
futures.
almost 3 years ago
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The authors, who are taking part in COP26, talk about kelp farming, restoring buffalo herds, and other ways to support Indigenous communities and their allies in healing the planet and moving to a post-oil future.
almost 3 years ago
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Impacts such as storms, drought, and wildfires are playing larger roles in
driving farmer stress and anxiety.
about 3 years ago
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Some of the world’s largest dairy companies are betting on regenerative ag to
produce the grain they feed their animals. Critics say their practices could
preserve the industrial approach—and lead to greenwashing.
about 3 years ago
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With a focus on biodiversity, animal welfare, and social fairness, Alexandre
Family Farm seeks to set the standard for the future of dairy farming.
about 3 years ago
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Most farmers who follow ‘no-till’ practices are only reducing their tilling—which may cancel out the climate and soil-health benefits that have spurred the no-till hype.
over 3 years ago