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Life on the Land

Will the Current Slowdown in the Ag Economy Flood the Market with Farmland Sales?

Two researchers answer: While a deluge is not likely, a trickle here and there is.

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Taking Care: Craig Holm and his Minnesota Farm

This Minnesota farmer diversified and found ways to save on inputs and improve yields, all the while striving to look after his neighbors.

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Infographic To Share: Earth’s Surface Area

Just how much of the Earth’s surface area is farmed, or farmable?

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Biltmore: Ritzy Home, Real Farm

The largest private home ever built in the U.S. is also home to a thriving—and modern—agricultural operation.

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Farming On Their Own in Remote Northern Quebec

Two brothers build new lives, start their own farm and make new friends far from home.

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Kirk (left) and Willie Venvertloh.

Young Farmers Get a Helping Hand

Without help from the previous generation, today’s young farmers find it hard to get started.

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Farmer of the Year: Coming Out On Top

Produce and agritourism—as well as family and perseverance—make a winning combination at Strawberry Hill USA.

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Watershed Map: How the West Was Drawn

What if the U.S. had based Western state boundaries on watersheds? One land use planner decided to look into the question and started a movement.

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The National Barn Alliance tries to connect people with preservationists in their area.

Barn Again: Saving and Restoring the Heart of the Farm

The National Barn Alliance and others offer ways to save treasured structures.

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Al has 300 mature milking Holsteins.

Educating the Public on Agriculture

The Kuehnerts are spreading the word about modern dairy agriculture through a new fall festival on their Indiana farm.

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