agriculture

Luke Runyon/Harvest Public Media

10:00am Apr 12, 2017

National National Science Politics & Government Environment

A Forgotten Piece Of African-American History On The Great Plains

by Luke Runyon

Nearly a century ago, Dearfield, Colo., was a thriving African-American farm community, admired by many of its white neighbors. There were even early signs of integration. Then came the Dust Bowl.
Peter Payette/Interlochen Public Radio

4:31pm Apr 07, 2017

National National Science Economy Environment

Michigan's Tart Cherry Orchards Struggle To Cope With Erratic Spring Weather

by Peter Payette

An unpredictable spring this year unnerved tart cherry growers in Michigan, because these cherry trees are especially vulnerable to extreme weather shifts made more likely by climate change.
11:00am Apr 07, 2017

Economy Economy

Poultry Farm Expansions In Western North Carolina Pit Neighbors Against Neighbors

by Keri Brown

WFDD is reporting on the poultry industry this week, and how a new study shows that there is little oversight on the waste that's being produced. Today, we go to Surry County in Western North Carolina, where the issue hits close to home.

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3:52pm Mar 27, 2017

Economy Economy Science

NC Fruit Growers Take Stock Of Losses From Recent Cold Snap

by David Ford

Agriculture officials are calling the cold snap earlier this month the most damaging that fruit farmers in the Southeast have experienced since the 2007 Easter freeze that led to a $1-billion crop
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2:10pm Mar 20, 2017

World News World News Health & Safety

Amid Massive Tainted-Meat Scandal, Brazil Assures Safety Of Its Food Exports

by Philip Reeves

The country's federal police say that health officials were bribed to ignore outdated and adulterated meat. The European Commission has suspended imports from companies implicated in the allegations.
11:45am Mar 14, 2017

Economy Economy Environment

Mother Nature Hands Fruit Farmers Weird Weather, Sleepless Nights

by David Ford

The unseasonably warm February weather in North Carolina accelerated the growing season for early-blooming strawberry and blueberry plants.

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3:27pm Mar 02, 2017

Economy Economy Politics & Government

Urgent Calls For Comprehensive Immigration Reform By NC Farmers

by David Ford

North Carolina ranks eighth in the nation for farming income.

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Amy Mayer / Harvest Public Media

10:06am Mar 02, 2017

National National

To Diversify The Farming Landscape, Diversify Who Works It

by Amy Mayer

The people working on farms and elsewhere in agriculture often don't reflect the nation's demographics. Changing that is becoming a priority, in hopes that new people will bring fresh ideas.
Christophe Ena / AP

3:36pm Mar 01, 2017

World News World News Politics & Government

In A Heated Campaign Season, French Politicians Flock To Paris Farm Fair

by Eleanor Beardsley

One of the world's largest agricultural shows is underway in Paris. France is Europe's top agricultural producer, and as its presidential election approaches, the show is a must-stop for candidates.

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7:12pm Feb 16, 2017

World News World News National Economy Politics & Government

Why Ditching NAFTA Could Hurt America's Farmers More Than Mexico's

by Dan Charles

Trade in food between the U.S. and Mexico has exploded over the past 15 years. President Trump is talking about restricting that trade, but when it comes to food, such moves could backfire.

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Xaver Xylophon / for NPR

10:07am Feb 09, 2017

World News World News Science Environment Health & Safety

Germ History: From Measles To Syphilis, How We Created The Golden Age Of Germs

Ten thousand years ago, many of our deadly human diseases didn't exist. What happened?
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4:38pm Feb 03, 2017

Economy Economy Health & Safety

Study: African Farmers Have A Surprise Economic Weapon — Trees

by Natalie Jacewicz

A new study looks at the role that trees play in the lives of African farmers. They definitely provided more than shade.