Category: Farming

  • Vertical Farming: Cultivating a Sustainable Future

    Vertical Farming: Cultivating a Sustainable Future

    How vertical farming is revolutionizing agriculture and addressing the challenges of a growing global population In a world grappling with a growing population and limited resources, the concept of vertical farming offers a glimmer of hope. Imagine walking into a grocery store in the middle of winter and finding fresh tomatoes, strawberries, herbs, and leafy…

  • Dry Farming: Cultivating Flavorful Crops with Minimal Water

    Dry Farming: Cultivating Flavorful Crops with Minimal Water

    Meet Mike Cirone, a California farmer who is successfully growing apples and other fruit using minimal amounts of water, showcasing how agriculture can be done differently with a lighter touch on the environment. In See Canyon, near San Luis Obispo, California, Mike Cirone has been dry farming for 40 years, cultivating a variety of flavorful…

  • Dry Farming in California: Cultivating Flavorful Crops with Minimal Water

    Dry Farming in California: Cultivating Flavorful Crops with Minimal Water

    Farmers in See Canyon near San Luis Obispo showcase the success of dry farming techniques, growing a variety of crops using little to no irrigation. In the lush orchards of See Canyon near San Luis Obispo, California, farmer Mike Cirone practices a unique form of agriculture known as dry farming. With a focus on minimal…

  • The Art of Dry Farming: How California Growers Are Cultivating Crops with Minimal Water

    The Art of Dry Farming: How California Growers Are Cultivating Crops with Minimal Water

    A special breed of California growers are proving that agriculture can be done differently, with a lighter touch on the environment, through the practice of dry farming. In the lush orchards of See Canyon near San Luis Obispo, California, Mike Cirone has perfected the art of dry farming. With little to no irrigation, Cirone relies…

  • Dry Farming: Cultivating Flavorful Crops with Minimal Water

    Dry Farming: Cultivating Flavorful Crops with Minimal Water

    Farmers in California’s See Canyon are successfully growing apples and other crops using minimal amounts of water, showcasing a more sustainable approach to agriculture. In the lush orchards of See Canyon near San Luis Obispo, California, farmer Mike Cirone has perfected the art of dry farming. Instead of relying on irrigation, Cirone applies little to…

  • Dry Farming: A Sustainable Approach to Agriculture in California

    Dry Farming: A Sustainable Approach to Agriculture in California

    Farmers in See Canyon near San Luis Obispo are successfully cultivating crops using minimal amounts of water, showcasing a lighter touch on the environment compared to large-scale industrial farms. In the lush orchards of See Canyon near San Luis Obispo, California, farmer Mike Cirone practices a unique and sustainable approach to agriculture known as dry…

  • The Art of Dry Farming: Cultivating Flavorful Crops with Minimal Water

    The Art of Dry Farming: Cultivating Flavorful Crops with Minimal Water

    Meet Mike Cirone, a farmer in See Canyon, California, who has perfected the art of dry farming, growing a bounty of flavorful apples and other fruits with little to no irrigation. In the lush orchards of See Canyon near San Luis Obispo, farmer Mike Cirone practices a unique method of farming known as dry farming.…

  • Dry Farming: Cultivating Flavorful Crops with Minimal Water

    Dry Farming: Cultivating Flavorful Crops with Minimal Water

    Farmers in California’s See Canyon demonstrate the potential of dry farming techniques in producing high-quality crops with minimal water usage. In the lush orchards of See Canyon near San Luis Obispo, California, farmer Mike Cirone practices a unique method of farming known as dry farming. Unlike traditional agriculture that heavily relies on irrigation, Cirone’s orchards…

  • Old Order Mennonite Families Set to Revitalize Agriculture in New Brunswick

    Old Order Mennonite Families Set to Revitalize Agriculture in New Brunswick

    Mennonite families from southern Ontario plan to establish a new community in Kent County, New Brunswick, with hopes of revitalizing the agricultural sector. In an effort to breathe new life into the struggling agricultural industry in Kent County, New Brunswick, three Old Order Mennonite families from southern Ontario have expressed their intention to establish a…

  • Foreign Agribusiness in Arizona Sparks Concerns Over Water Supply

    Foreign Agribusiness in Arizona Sparks Concerns Over Water Supply

    The expansion of foreign agribusiness in Arizona raises questions about the sustainability of groundwater supplies and the potential impact on local communities. In the arid landscape of western Arizona’s McMullen Valley, a lush green carpet of alfalfa stretches as far as the eye can see. For decades, the Hancock family has relied on groundwater to…

  • Water Concerns Rise as Foreign Agribusiness Expands in Arizona

    Water Concerns Rise as Foreign Agribusiness Expands in Arizona

    The Environmental Impact of Foreign Agribusiness: Arizona’s Water Concerns Reach Critical Levels Arizona, known for its arid climate and limited water resources, is facing a growing concern as foreign agribusinesses continue to expand their operations in the state. With water scarcity already a pressing issue, the arrival of these large-scale agricultural ventures is raising questions…

  • Celebrating Generations of Farming: Arkansas Honors Century Farms

    Celebrating Generations of Farming: Arkansas Honors Century Farms

    Preserving Agricultural Heritage: Arkansas Pays Tribute to Century Farms In the heartland of America, where the rich soil meets the endless sky, lies the state of Arkansas, a place deeply rooted in agriculture. For over a century, families have toiled the land, passing down their farming legacy from one generation to the next. Now, the…