Controlling wild pigs can work if it’s a group effort

Feral swine are found in at least 35 states in the U.S.

Teaming groups of private landowners with federal efforts yielded measurable success, at least in terms of defending cornfields.

What 1,000 Iowans have to say about the impact of factory farming

Sentient reports on Iowans' mixed feelings about factory farms, highlighting water quality concerns and economic benefits, revealing a pivotal moment for change.

As family farms decline and the climate heats up, farmers weigh what to do with their land

Grist reports that as family farms decline and climate change impacts agriculture, farmers like John Boyer are grappling with land preservation amid rising pressures.

Who shops at farmers markets in the US?

Only about 1 in 5 of the Americans surveyed shop at farmers markets because they care a lot about food and enjoy buying, preparing and eating fresh food.

What data on 11K farms reveals about the country’s factory farm hotbed

Sentient Media reports Iowa has the most factory farms, producing 170 billion pounds of manure annually, leading to severe water pollution and health risks, including cancer.

A sign warns passers-by that irrigation in the area uses treated sewage wastewater.

Cyclospora spreads through human waste – so how did it get on food?

US sewage treatment plants likely don’t get rid of all the disease-causing protozoa, and monitoring discharged wastewater for it is difficult.

Farmers hope to make New Jersey the hazelnut capital of America

A small but widening group of pioneers are working to make hazelnuts as much of a signature New Jersey crop as tomatoes and corn.

Iowa crops rated well despite heavy rain, damaging storms

Damaging storms, one of which reached derecho status, spread across Iowa over the past week, but the state’s crop conditions remain stable, according to a U.S. Department of Agriculture report. Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig said in a news release Monday that severe storms damaged crops and homes in eastern and southern Iowa during […]

Pseudorabies eradicated from Iowa, state ag department reports

Pseudorabies, a disease that primarily impacts swine, is again considered eradicated in Iowa, after the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship confirmed a spring outbreak did not spread to other farms. The virus was detected April 30 in a small Iowa herd that was later depopulated, per U.S. Department of Agriculture protocol. According to […]

A spreader sprays sewage sludge, which is rich in phosphorus, across a farm in Oklahoma.

Why too much phosphorus in America’s farmland is polluting the country’s water

Plants need phosphorus, and other nutrients, to grow. But soil tests can’t tell if there’s too much.

American farmers face a changing future for their businesses.

American farmers, who once fed the world, face a volatile global market with diminishing federal backing

The US government used to have American farmers’ backs, but that support has been dwindling for decades. New subsidies signal big changes for farmers.

‘Ask for help’ mental health resources and stress management tips for farmers

Communication with loved ones, neighbors and mental health professionals can be a key piece of addressing the stressors and mental health issues that affect farmers at higher rates than other professions. According to the National Rural Health Association, suicide rates are “significantly higher” in rural areas than in urban areas and farmers die by suicide […]

A biologist maintains a large population of black soldier flies for protein farming.

Genomics can help insect farmers avoid pitfalls of domestication

Considering how easily bird flu swept through chicken farms, it’s clear that domestication has downsides. Lessons from the past paired with modern genomic technology can help with farming insects.

This dairy farm in California's Central Valley has installed solar panels on a portion of its land.

California farmers identify a hot new cash crop: Solar power

Solar is helping farmers in California save water and secure reliable income in the face of drought and economic pressure.

Could plastic-eating robots clean up our oceans?

Reasons to be Cheerful reports on autonomous plastic-eating robots in cities worldwide led by The Ocean Cleanup which aims to remove 90% of ocean plastic by 2040, utilizing interceptors while facing challenges like biodiversity impact and microplastics.

A rescued Florida panther, one of fewer than 300 of the endangered big cats alive today, is released into the wild.

3 iconic animals show the value of the US Endangered Species Act – and the harm in stripping it away

The stories of a whale, a panther and a butterfly help explain why new interpretations of the Endangered Species Act could be catastrophic for species’ survival.

Power out? Here's how to keep your fridge on

(BPT) - If you've ever endured a power outage for any length of time, you know what a hassle it is. And one of the biggest issues? The loss of food and/or medications in your fridge and freezer. What …

Canada’s sustainable finance taxonomy: What it is, what is happening, and what’s coming next

Future of Good reports on Canada's sustainable finance taxonomy aimed at ensuring credible "green" investments as the country seeks $115 billion for net-zero targets by 2050.

The Louisiana fishermen refusing to go down with the ship

Atmos reports on Louisiana fishermen struggling against the impacts of a massive LNG plant in Cameron, which destroys their fishing grounds and livelihoods.