Environmental and agricultural groups reached a compromise over legislation seeking to push back the deadline for farmers to voluntarily implement practices that aim to reduce the...
Despite a 2020 compromise, debate over the deadlines for farmers to install fences and craft plans to reduce nutrient runoff into the Chesapeake Bay has been...
Have you considered how advances in technology are impacting agricultural production? Here are some fascinating examples. Robotics Milking robots are now deployed by many dairy producers....
More than 13,000 farmers have benefited from nearly $800 million in federal debt relief, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack said Tuesday. The assistance came...
The fall harvest can be one of the busiest and most dangerous times of the year for the agricultural industry. For this reason, the third full...
National AG Day, which takes place on March 23, presents an annual opportunity to recognize and celebrate the essential role that agriculture plays in the daily...
Agriculture contributes significantly to global greenhouse gas emissions. However, the development of sustainable farming techniques may allow farmers to reduce emissions and even capture carbon dioxide...
Did you know that less than 10 percent of American farmers are under the age of 35? America needs more young farm operators, but they...
Many Americans take the food on their plates for granted. While emphasis is increasingly being placed on eating a healthy diet and consuming food responsibly,...
If you’re looking for ways to maximize profits or stay busy during the off-season, here are some ideas for farm side businesses. 1. Grow mushrooms....
Palmer amaranth (Amaranthus palmeri) is already causing a serious headache for American farmers, and the pesticide-resistant weed is spreading across the country at an alarming...
Emerging technologies allow farmers to increase their productivity and profitability. However, the question of who owns the data these technologies generate has legal experts scratching...
Increasingly, consumers are concerned about the treatment and well-being of livestock, and this concern is informing their spending habits. Here’s what this increase in public...
New data provided by the International Space Station’s ECOSTRESS instrument will drastically improve the efficacy of irrigation systems. What ECOSTRESS does The instrument was attached...
Mental health is a growing concern for American farmers. These workers are at an increased risk of developing stress-related health issues, and they’re also more...
America’s farmers are getting older. U.S. Census data shows that over the last 30 years, the average age of the American farmer went from 50.5 years...
