Rodale’s California Organic Center studies hemp pruning practices

Rodale Institute’s California Organic Center in Camarillo was established in 2020 to serve as a research and education hub for growers in Southern California. One of three regional resource cente... more »

Southeast growers try precision irrigation, doing more with less

Organic growers are all about responsible use of natural resources, so tools to do more growing with less water might be a welcome addition. Produce growers in Florida and Georgia are increasingly tu... more »

Organic seeds, landscaping and farm all part of Michigan’s Nature & Nurture

Even with two decades of organic landscaping under their belt, Mike Levine and Erica Kempter are still energized, expanding, and innovating. And most importantly, committed to organic. The two s... more »

How Cascadian Farm works to recharge groundwaters, host water birds

While soil rests under four inches of water, birds soak their feet and landowners collect rent money from a conservationists’ group – that’s a rough picture of how a project in Sacramento Valley... more »

Sharing the sustainability story with consumers

Sustainability is a major concern for consumers. Farmers and other food producers are aware of that, but often unsure how to address it. The notion of sustainable farming is almost shrugged off as co... more »