Modern Farmer

AUGUST 12, 2024

With a population of almost half a million, the region is known for its arable land and stunning vistas – the “Tuscany of America,” according to local rancher Bronte Edwards. But Sonoma has a less genteel side: The area is also home to approximately 3 million head of livestock held in concentrated animal feeding operations, or CAFOs.

Livestock 62

Livestock Acre Poultry Farming 62

Civil Eats

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

If successful, the experiment could provide a roadmap for hundreds of farming and ranching communities nationwide whose groundwater stores are dwindling at unprecedented rates. Now those wells have water—it’s music to my ears—they can haul water for their livestock.” An ‘All Hands’ Crisis The Arid West Illustration by Nhatt Nichols.

Water Rights 139

Water Rights Acre Farming Farming 139

Civil Eats

JUNE 20, 2024

She leans hard into tahini, pairing it with tomatoes and dates; transforming it into a ranch dressing to coat a broccoli salad; or whipping it with sweet potato and harissa for a spicy dip. If you’re new to plant-based cooking, you may need to add some new ingredients to your pantry, such as spelt flour or hemp hearts. —Amy

Food 145

Food Farming Farming Forage 145