Agriculture has changed dramatically since the end of World War II. Food and fiber productivity has soared due to new technologies, mechanization, increased chemical use, specialization, and ...

Joe Maxwell doesn’t pull punches — especially on the topic of the future of American agriculture. “The system is failing us,” says Maxwell, co-founder of Farm Action, during a recent episode of ...

In fiscal year 2024, climate finance amounted to 62 percent of total lending in the agriculture and food sector, in the World Bank. World Bank food- and agriculture-oriented projects approved between ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Agriculture is an extremely polluting and extractive industry, using ...

Weed control is essential in apple orchards because weeds compete with trees for nutrients, water and sunlight, which can ...

Farmers are adopting precision agriculture, using data collected by GPS, satellite imagery, internet-connected sensors, and other technologies to farm more efficiently. While these practices could ...

Explore how regenerative agriculture, soil health, and alternative proteins are shaping sustainable food systems for a ...

Last December, while I was conducting research in Canada’s Northwest Territories, I found myself craving crunchy raw vegetables and paid $8 for a stalk of celery. Expand your understanding of food ...

A review by a team of international researchers spotlights the expanding influence of online food ordering and delivery and its social impacts. As Congress reconvenes, a coalition of advocates has ...

U.S. farmers are under pressure to satisfy multiple demands, such as to produce more crops, pollute less, fulfill consumer preferences, pay fair wages, and make a living—all with increasingly scarce ...

IoT-enabled Agricultural (IoTAg) monitoring is smart, connected agriculture's fastest-growing technology segment projected to reach $4.5 billion by 2025, according to PwC. Global spending on smart, ...