If you live in a flood prone community, soil health from nearby farmland may have something to do with it. Ag voices in Wisconsin say government-funded conservation programs are effective in mitigating risks and disaster expenses. Congress will soon renew debate over long-term Farm Bill funding, including incentives for producers to adopt practices like no-till farming, which allow the soil to hold more water after heavy rain. .
Women, LGBTQ, and minority farmers in Ohio face compounding stressors, according to a study from Ohio State University. Researchers surveyed and interviewed a group of nontraditional, mostly first-generation organic farmers. Results showed 58% of survey respondents reported mild to severe symptoms of anxiety or depression. .
Mexico has issued a ban on importing genetically modified corn from the U.S., potentially opening a new market for American farmers. Mexico is the second-largest importer of U.S. grown corn. .
(KMAland) Monday was the deadline for small farmers seeking financial assistance to apply for grants from a farm advocacy organization designed to help them get their start.
Today is the deadline for small farmers seeking financial assistance to apply for grants from a farm advocacy organization designed to help them get their start. Practical Farmers of Iowa s Savings Incentive Program also teaches them important financial knowledge. The SIP is a two-year program offering targeted learning and networking opportunities with guidance from experienced farmer-mentors. .