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Farmhand Foundation: Cultivating Organic Change in Southern California

Food Tank

Herber tells Food Tank there is a willingness among farmers to go organic, for the sake of the land, their families. Farmers face a mountain of challenges in transitioning to organic or regenerative practices, from figuring out certification to covering costs, Barkley tells Food Tank. According to the U.S.

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Cultivating Profits in a Compact Crop

Modern Farmer

Recently, these unassuming spaces are cultivating a new trend in home-grown businesses. It’s a great gateway crop,” says Don DiLillo, owner of Finest Foods in Huntington, New York, for ushering in a new breed of novice farmers. Photography submitted by Don DiLillo, Finest Foods.

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Beyond Farm to Table: How Chefs Can Support Climate-Friendly Food Systems

Civil Eats

are preparing for the dwindling of food in the coming winter. This may seem like an antiquated concern for chefs in an era of global food distribution systems, but it’s an all-consuming preoccupation for Oyster Oyster, a restaurant named after two ingredients—a bivalve and a mushroom —known for their ecosystem benefits.

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NASDA Elects Arthur of Oklahoma as President

NASDA

“Agriculture looks different all across the United States, but I look forward to working together to cultivate common ground as we help producers feed, fuel, and clothe the world. NASDA enhances American food and agricultural communities through policy, partnerships and public engagement. territories. territories. territories.

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3 Singapore-Based Companies Utilizing Controlled Environment Agriculture to Increase Local Food Supply

Agritecture Blog

With a population of 5.454 million as of 2021, this thriving metropolis faces a unique challenge when it comes to sustaining its food supply. GroGrace, a concept farm of Urban Farming Partners , began its journey in 2019, with a vision to provide a healthy, pesticide-free diet for founder Grace Lim's three children.

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Ask a Scientist: Stopping Big Ag from Hijacking US Farm and Food Policy

The Equation

Generically called the “farm” bill, it is actually a farm and food bill that supports a wide range of programs, including ones that cover crop insurance, financial credit, and export subsidies for farmers, as well as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as food stamps.

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Guest Post: Is the Future of Organic Food at Risk? Research Funding Holds the Answer

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition

The world is increasingly recognizing the value of sustainable food systems, and organic agriculture plays a vital role in this movement. This translates to healthier food and a healthier environment and reduces reliance on synthetic fertilizers and pesticides. For the FY25 budget, NIFA is suggested a $3.5

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