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In the Netherlands, a farmers party taps into widespread discontent with government

In the Netherlands, a farmers party taps into widespread discontent with government

What began as a movement of farmers opposed to environmental rules is now one of the country's dominant political parties. The nation's agricultural exports are second only to the United States.
by Rob Schmitz

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Nutrient producing microbes win over farmers but skeptics doubtful

Nutrient producing microbes win over farmers but skeptics doubtful

A growing number of farmers are using nitrogen producing bacteria as an alternative to the polluting synthetic nitrogen fertilizer, but some soil health experts are skeptical of the new products.
by Dan Gunderson

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West-central Minnesota counties create local food plan

West-central Minnesota counties create local food plan

Four west-central Minnesota counties have created what they say is the first multi-county regional food plan in the state. Primary goals include increasing local food production, expanding access to healthy food, and improving education about local food.
by Dan Gunderson

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As Americans drink more tequila, the agave industry in the Southwest grows

As Americans drink more tequila, the agave industry in the Southwest grows

With the growing popularity of tequila and mezcal in the U.S., a new generation of growers and distillers in the Southwest is trying to create a uniquely American agave liquor.
by John Burnett

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Digesters make renewable energy from manure, but face hurdles

Digesters make renewable energy from manure, but face hurdles

Danish company Nature Energy planned to build several large-scale anaerobic digesters in Minnesota and Wisconsin that would harvest methane from livestock waste to produce biogas. Those plans are now on hold. But experts say there’s plenty of potential to turn methane from manure from a liability into a commodity.
by Kirsti Marohn

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In Minnesota, thirsty crops put ground water levels at risk

In Minnesota, thirsty crops put ground water levels at risk

To help us understand the state of groundwater in Minnesota, MPR News host Cathy Wurzer spoke with Department of Natural Resources Hydrologist Ellen Considine, as well as Bob Shimek, an extension educator with White Earth Tribal and Community College who is active with water issues.
by Cathy Wurzer and Alanna Elder

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Growing diversity: The changing face of Minnesota farming

Growing diversity: The changing face of Minnesota farming

Don’t miss this special North Star Journey Live conversation recorded at the Minnesota State Fair about emerging farmers. What’s being done in our state to encourage more diversity in agriculture?
by Angela Davis and Kelly Gordon

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