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What consumers can do to support local farmers
Farming has never been a vocation for individuals looking for easy work. Farmers typically work long hours, braving the elements regardless of how unpleasant the weather may be. All that hard work ensures individuals who…
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The link between agriculture and food security
The world faces many unique challenges in the decades to come, including a rapidly expanding global population.
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Fall harvest fruits and vegetables
Food is a big part of fall, and farms play a significant role in seasonal celebrations. Each fall, families plan apple picking excursions with their eyes on baking homemade apple pies. And while Halloween is…
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How to incorporate tech into a farming business
The agricultural industry long has been a vital part of society, providing foods for billions of people across the globe. Farming can be a challenging profession, and farmers routinely find creative solutions to overcome obstacles…
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Career opportunities in the agricultural sector
Individuals approach their careers in various ways. Some may aspire to climb the corporate ladder, while others may pursue a career that affords them ample personal time to spend how they see fit. Many individuals…
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As old barns crumble, an artist’s images live on
Self-taught artist Martha Knudsen died almost four years ago, but her intricate black-and-white sketches of barns, churches, courthouses and windmills live on through the efforts of her daughter, Martie Ten-Eyck, who lives on a farm…
