Modern Farmer

AUGUST 15, 2023

It may seem quaint compared to the industrial operations that grow most of the world’s food, but outfits like Patryn’s Nautical Farms are poised to skyrocket in number over the next few years. There are currently no policies around farm size or native seed collection in British Columbia.

Cultivation 96

Cultivation Harvest Harvesting Harvester 96

Food Environment and Reporting Network

JULY 13, 2023

“Agriculture has just not been at the table in a meaningful way,” says Thomas. For all of industrial farming’s success at feeding people and livestock and producing biofuel, the sector is also a major polluter, accounting for roughly 10 percent of U.S. But it should be. The main greenhouse gases emitted by U.S.

Agriculture 78

Agriculture Agriculture Greenhouse Manure 78

Food Environment and Reporting Network

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Ocho Sur’s links to deforestation have profound implications for businesses, consumers, and the environment and what exactly counts as “sustainability” in the palm oil industry. Seed funds came from wealthy friends and friends of friends, some of whom told me they hadn’t fully appreciated what they were supporting.

Plantation 125

Plantation Acre Cultivation Crop 125