A new global review reveals a critical “gap between advocacy and evidence” when it comes to scaling traditional agriculture ...

New AI tools allow farmers to focus on higher-value tasks ...

Thousands of years ago, beasts of burden helped make humanity what it is today. When farmers first started putting down roots, they’d plant and tend their crops by hand. With the power of oxen, they ...

Discover the intricate balance between traditional craftsmanship and modern agricultural regulations in this detailed farm ...

Crop breeding for higher yields may be unintentionally reducing the beneficial microorganisms that help plants absorb nutrients Modern corn, wheat, and beans have dramatically different root systems ...

Human health in the modern world is a conundrum. On the surface, we should be healthier than ever. We have more access to food and clean water than at any time in history. Doctors are more capable ...

Barbara Kingsolver wrote beautifully about the satisfactions of growing food organically ["The Blessings of Dirty Work," Outlook, Sept. 30] but went on to attack the Green Revolution and modern ...

Tilling helps farmers control weeds and boost soil fertility. But that also degrades a field's ability to hold water and ...