California’s drylands are turning a new leaf as farmers trade fields for panels. The plan envisions 200 square miles of solar arrays that could light up whole cities, with giant batteries keeping the power steady when sun is scarce. Farmers in the Westlands region, long dependent on irrigation fr
A new study is looking at how city gardens can help older people stay healthier and happier. The research will test a program called Urban Care Farming, where seniors plant, tend, and harvest crops right in their own neighborhoods. By giving them a daily task that mixes physical work with social int
A fresh idea is shaping up in north Baldwin County: a 4, 500‑acre solar field that will also host sheep and protect nearby wetlands. The plan aims to power a future data center for Meta, the company behind Facebook and Instagram, while keeping the local environment in good shape. The developers say
Deep in Texas, there's a treasure trove of cotton types. Over 2, 500 of them sit in storage. Most need short days to grow. But some don't care about the daylight. These are the day-neutral landraces. Scientists found 186 of these unique types. They've been growing them for years to keep them diverse
Farmers in the US are facing a tough situation. Their income is dropping. At the same time, the cost of health insurance is going up. This is because the extra help from the government to pay for insurance is gone. This help was part of the Affordable Care Act. It ended last year. Farmers like Jame
Pig farming in China is a big deal. It's a major part of the country's agriculture. But, just like any other farming, it faces challenges. One of the biggest is diseases. These illnesses can really mess up the productivity of pig farms. And guess what? The size of the farm matters too. Smaller farm
China's farms are a major source of pollution, contributing to 17% of the country's greenhouse gas emissions. However, the need to increase food production presents a challenge. The tools farmers use, such as tractors, pesticides, fertilizers, and plastic sheets, play a significant role in this dile
America's factory farms, or CAFOs, produce a staggering amount of waste. This waste often ends up in our rivers and lakes, making them unsafe for swimming or fishing. The problem is that these farms are not held to the same environmental standards as other industries. Unlike factories, they don't ha
Primrose Farm is not slowing down this winter. The farm has a lot going on, especially with their new Education Center. There are plenty of activities for all ages, from crafts to science experiments and even role-playing games. For those who enjoy creating things, there are several craft programs.
In Germany, farmers face tough rules about nitrogen use. These rules are meant to protect the environment. But farmers have different ideas about how well these rules work. A recent study looked at how farmers in Lower Saxony feel about these rules. It found two main groups. One group doubts the ru
