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The Best of Both Worlds: Hybrid Farms are Bridging Agriculture Systems

Agritecture Blog

Written by: Dorothy Braun May 23, 2022 Hybrid farms offer a sustainable and innovative approach to agriculture that can help meet the growing demand for food while reducing the environmental impact of farming. Combining aquaculture and regenerative agriculture, the farm grows fish and plant crops in a closed loop system.

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Food Systems 101: How Community Colleges Are Helping Students Connect Farm to Fork

Modern Farmer

The cattle, which were artificially inseminated by students in the spring, will eventually be harvested at a USDA plant and incorporated into the fine dining menu at the college’s student-run campus restaurant, Capstone Kitchen. We already have horticulture and culinary programs, but this agriculture is new,” says PJ Ricatto, Ph.D.,

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How can universities utilize Agritecture Designer’s Online Classes to incorporate CEA into their programs?

Agritecture Blog

Associate professor of Horticulture, Neil Mattson, teaches a student in one of Cornell’s on-campus greenhouses. Editor’s Note: Controlled environment agriculture (CEA) is one of the various solutions available to deal with the harmful effects of climate change and ensure food security for future generations. Credit: Cornell Chronicle.

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This farmer says he reluctantly throws away enough cauliflower to feed a province

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Many farmers aren't in a position to afford to harvest, box and transport produce that isn't being purchased, Melvin says — especially for vegetables like cauliflower that can spoil in two weeks. Second Harvest CEO Lori Nikkel says the food rescue charity supported 4.3 Credit: Hektor Habili/Second Harvest.

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5 Automation Companies to Look Out For

Agritecture Blog

Editor’s Note: The following list details some of the many automation companies involved in the controlled environment agriculture (CEA) sector. They also offer harvesting equipment to streamline processes for indoor farmers and farm operators. Avisomo also has automated solutions for internal logistics. Credit: Avisomo.

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Women Innovators for Small Farm Technology

Caff

During the last few years of the Small Farm Innovation Challenge hosted by Community Alliance with Family Farmers (CAFF), a remarkable trio of women—Cole Bush, Lindsey Lusher Shute, and Rachel Greathouse—emerged as leaders in advancing agricultural technology.

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As Saltwater Encroaches on Farms, Solutions Emerge from the Marshes

Civil Eats

He plans to harvest some grasses as hay for animal bedding and weed control. Exactly how far inland the salt encroaches will depend partially on how effective humans are at reducing greenhouse gas emissions, as rising temperatures and melting ice sheets are the main contributors to the ocean’s expansions.

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