Invest in Rural Economies Today for a Stable World Tomorrow | Opinion
The number of people living in fragile situations or open conflict continues to grow. Global leaders gathering in New York for the U.N. General Assembly need to invest in solutions now to prevent the issue from getting even more out of control down the road.
Peanuts' 75th birthday marked with Snoopy corn mazes
Over 80 farms in the U.S. and Canada have collaborated to design mazes.
American Agriculture Can't Afford Another Trade War with China
American agriculture stands at a crossroads. With our farmers still reeling from the financial turmoil of the past few years, the prospect of another economic conflict with China is untenable.
Mark Cuban's post critical of Republican Party takes off online
The business mogul shared a quote from a farmer who plans to vote for President Joe Biden in this year's election, fearing Donald Trump could cost farmers.
Avian flu update: outbreak maps as third human case reported
The flu, linked to an outbreak in diary cows, has now been detected in two humans in Michigan and one in Texas.
'Plague of flamingos' fought with fake crocs
Although they can look beautiful in the landscape these tall birds are causing a huge issue for rice crops in the Valencia region of Spain.
Student loan cancellation update: New group considered for forgiveness
Beginning farmers and ranchers may get their student loans forgiven if a bill reintroduced on Wednesday is successful.
Farmer rejects "cannibalism" claims after feeding chickens their own eggs
Michelle Wilson said she posted the video "to educate" people about farm life, but some were outraged.
Polish farmers' battle with Ukraine escalates
A spat over agricultural imports is driving a wedge between the two neighbors, despite close security cooperation.
Farmer's video of broken egg shocks internet: "Still alive"
Social media users were amazed and saddened by the clip, with one saying it is "heartbreaking."
Amish farmer turned Republican hero becomes flash point in culture war
Amos Miller's story has become a rallying cry for conservatives who say a crackdown on his farm represents government overreach.
Black farmers take aim at Joe Biden
The National Black Farmers Association argues that the money being sent to Ukraine should be used to support American farmers.
Farmers fight back across Europe
Farmers in several European nations continue to stage protests over policy changes and recent economic impacts to the industry.
New York weed farmers "ruined" after governor blocks massive marijuana sale
Governor Kathy Hochul vetoed legislation that would have allowed licensed marijuana growers to sell products to tribal retailers.
Biden's Carbon Pipeline Is a Boondoggle for Big Oil and Awful for Farmers
If political leaders were really interested in battling dangers from changing climate, they would end the obscene subsidies to the carbon industry.
China forced to give up land owned in US
Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has ordered Syngenta, a Chinese-owned agriculture tech firm, to relinquish its holdings in the state.
Biden's Trade Policies Are a Disaster for American Farmers
Last month, the U.S. Department of Agriculture marked another disappointing development in the Biden administration's lackluster trade agenda.
Dad was wailing "I'm sorry I killed your mother"
I will never stop trying to read every single last word he wrote.
I was poor and faced 11 rejections—then my dream came true
The feeling of inadequacy weighed heavily on my shoulders. I questioned my abilities, my purpose.
Baby horse falls off cliff trying to get away from people taking pictures
The farmer whose family has been in the region for hundreds of years says visitors taking selfies and using drones has stoked panic in animals.
Iowa farmers accuse China of stealing American seeds
Members of the House committee on the CCP met people in rural Dysart on Thursday to discuss the "ongoing attempts to steal America's agriculture technology."
Sheep to be genetically engineered to produce less methane
The equivalent of $3.7 million is being spent to selectively breed sheep to burp and fart less of the greenhouse gas methane.
Disbelief over who steps up as kittens babysitter on farm–"Dream situation"
"That's a little piece of heaven right there," one user wrote, while another added, "When I say I want to live on a farm this is what I mean."
Florida Republican who voted for anti-immigrant bill admits it's doing harm
Rick Roth said the bill's passage had led to "unintended consequences" and that "farmers are mad as hell" after a mass exodus of undocumented workers.
Corn prices set to soar after Midwest hit by worst drought in 30 years
Abnormally dry temperatures across the Midwest have raised concerns over a drop in corn production this year.
The U.S. Should End Child Labor in Agriculture
U.S. leaders will not fix the country's child labor problem unless they commit to protecting all children from exploitative and hazardous work, including those working on farms.
Stopping Corporate Ownership of U.S. Farmland Should Be a Priority
I urge our elected representatives that care about our agricultural heritage—and our farming futures—to move forward with bills restricting multinational and foreign corporate land ownership.
Swarms of mice descend on Australian farms again
Mice have begun to amass in rural Australia, with fears that the swarms may get as bad as the 2020-21 plague.
Python that ate 100 chickens and ducks captured after terrorizing farm
The python was found hanging from the rafters of the chicken and duck coop after a spate of attacks on the farmer's poultry.
Dead tiger found in lake, foul play "not been ruled out"
The tiger was found to have been tied to a boulder with wire before it was thrown into the lake, leading investigators to suspect foul play.