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Regenerative practices on farmland are not new. They have been carried out by people across the world for centuries. One ...

The wild parentage of our contemporary sweet potato originated somewhere between the Yucatan and the Orinoco River in Venezuela. While accounts and genetic analysis show that colonization had much to ...

Looking for perennials for agroforestry plantings, swales, or windbreaks? Plant these edible perennials in May and enjoy nuts, fruits, and delicious veggies for years to come.

Selling at a farmers market can be a great way to move lots of produce, but it can also leave you with tables full of leftovers. Join farmer Briana Yablonski to learn some tips for making the most of ...

Many common weeds are fast-growing annuals that germinate, grow, and set seed in just a month or two. That means just a ...

‘Yellowfin’ is a disease-resistant vegetable that can stand up to cucumber mosaic virus and powdery mildew. Keeping an eye out for squash bugs and squash vine borers will also keep the plants healthy.

Last spring, farms across the country saw a surge in demand for their CSA programs, with signups and waitlists that flourished at rates not seen before.

Billions of American chestnut trees were wiped out by a fungus. Now, scientists are working to restore the tree to its former glory.

Step 1 – Install Timers, Valves and Hardware You can connect a drip system directly to a hose faucet and turn it on and off manually as needed, but automated valves make life easier. While you focus ...