1 Million Acres in California Could Be Fallow Due to Water Rule

Spring is an important time for crops in Fresno County, Calif. Even though much of the county is considered a desert, growers produce more than 350 types of crops in his highly productive area.

A Cycle of Sustainability

At Crave Brothers Farmstead Classics, a combination of new science and tried-and-true farming practices push the family toward their sustainability goals.

No Farms No Food

American Farmland Trust saves the land that sustains us by protecting farmland, promoting sound farming practices, and keeping farmers on the land.

Maneuver Your Financial Opportunities During COVID-19

In times of crisis and extreme market volatility, it’s easy to make knee-jerk decisions and ignore best practices. But, that’s the opposite of what you should do. Instead: Don’t panic, and have a plan.

American Countryside: The Law West of Pecos

Roy Bean had no formal training in the law, but that did not prevent him from ruling on issues. He named his court, “The Law West of the Pecos.”

The Truth About the Hemp Industry

Hemp industry success sounds simple but proceed with caution. We’ve debunked five hemp myths that have been circulating the industry.

North Carolina Farmers Are Opportunity Makers

No farmer likes to see farmland sprouting houses instead of corn, but rapid urban encroachment hasn’t stopped Frank and his wife, Alison, from investing and expanding their diversified operation.

Join our $100 Ideas Club

Think you have an idea worth $100 – or even $200? Submit it here! Upon publication in Farm Journal, the Double Your Money winner receives $200. Other farmers featured receive $100 each.

COVID-19’s Lasting Effect on Ag Retail: Online Ordering

Here are four reasons why more ag input business will be done online long after we recover from COVID-19.

Somerset County, NJ

Wild swings in our weather from above normal to below average temperature this time of year. Surprising that the ground is not as wet as one would think with constant showers. Probably due to windy days. Wheat got first application of nitrogen in early March and it's greening up nicely, only if the geese would leave it alone. We were able to plant oats March 12th, but what else gets planted is a crap shoot. At the current prices, and inputs going up, better to pay rent and stay home.

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