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What Does Localism Mean For Farmers?

May 14, 2020 | Local Agriculture

The word “localism” has been popping up often as of late, in regards to the ongoing pandemic and its effects on the farming industry.

Why Small Farms Are a Key Element in Economic Recovery

May 12, 2020 | Finance, Local Agriculture

It seems that one key element to our economic recovery may lie in the food production of small and local farms.

COVID’s Environmental Impacts

May 8, 2020 | Covid-19, Sustainability

Coronavirus has impacted our society in countless ways, leading us to rethink the things we once accepted as normal.

Farm to Door CSAs May Be the Answer to Food Supply Breakdowns

May 6, 2020 | Local Agriculture

Farmers are dumping milk that can’t be sold, plowing over crops and tossing produce–measures not deemed necessary since the years of the Great Depression.

Additional Aid Needed for Farmers Selling Locally

May 4, 2020 | Finance, Local Agriculture

Aid to America’s farmers is welcome, but the flaws in its distribution are impossible to ignore.

The Importance of Decentralization for Farmers

May 2, 2020 | Local Agriculture

There are many options to improve our systems, one of which is through focusing on the work of local farmers and local supporting industries.

How Fragile is Our Meat Production System?

Apr 30, 2020 | Infrastructure

The Big Meat industry provides most of the food Americans rely on to get by. These systems were long taken for granted, but the ongoing pandemic has made clear that they are rather fragile.

Bringing American Meat Suppliers Back Home

Apr 28, 2020 | Local Agriculture

The reality of the COVID-19 pandemic has made us accept the fragility of modern life, and how easily we can lose access to the conveniences we take for granted.

Is There Such a Thing as ‘Eco-Friendly’ Meat?

Apr 24, 2020 | Ethics, Sustainability

An increasing number of consumers are looking for ways to reduce their meat consumption in favour of eco-friendly alternatives.

6 Tips for Repairing Soil Erosion

Apr 22, 2020 | References, Sustainability

Soil erosion is a common problem: one that can greatly damage a farm. Sustainable options are often the solution, allowing the farm to repair eroded soil and remain profitable.

Sustainable Farming Practices

Apr 18, 2020 | Sustainability

Sustainable farming is widely considered to be the future of agriculture, thanks to responsible methods that protect the environment and the resources that farmers rely on.