Should organic farmers grow gene-edited crops? A leading figure in the agroecology movement says "yes"—and so does the generation of environmentalists following in his footsteps. Research going back ...

(Beyond Pesticides, August 10, 2022) Cover crops added in-between rows of organic corn while they are still growing can provide a range of benefits that improve a farm’s sustainability and lowers its ...

Many farmers are well aware that organic farming is a good thing to do. But knowing that something is right and actually implementing it fully are two very different things. Many farmers, even those ...

The Rodale Institute talked to 23 buyers representing different sizes and types of businesses. Here are there words of advice.

Growth in market presents tremendous opportunity for farmers considering transitioning to organic, but more local processing ...

In this area, an Organic Row Crops Day is planned from 1 to 6:30 p.m. March 5, at the University of Minnesota Southwest Research and Outreach Center, Lamberton. The event is supported by the U.S.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is beefing up crop insurance options for specialty crop and organic producers, including rolling out new and expanded options based on feedback from America’s ...

This page provides overviews of several important aspects of organic agriculture production such as roller crimping, weed control, and disease management. These sections can be navigated using the ...

Double-cropping soybeans into harvested wheat stubble is a common soil conservation practice in Tennessee and across the region. Consumer demand for organically grown crops and meat products continues ...

Learn the latest strategies and techniques for weed control in organic farming operations. Montana is a leader in U.S. organic crop production. The Montana AG Live panel is excited to welcome Sophia ...

But as demand grows, organic farms are in decline. Organic acres slid nearly 11% from 2019 to 2021, the latest year of the USDA’s nationwide organic survey, while the number of farms actively ...