‘Water isn’t enough’: As extreme heat devastates farms, community wisdom is more vital than ever
My intention was to write about simple self-sufficiency, especially when it comes to growing food. But then this summer was challenging in a way I thought I was prepared for… but wasn’t.
September 18, 2026
Sammy Gensaw: The restorative revolution and a river of reciprocity
In this keynote address, Indigenous activist Sammy Gensaw shares his experiences working for ecological and cultural revival along the Klamath River, central to his people’s identity and livelihood.
September 17, 2026
Climatological limits to livestock: A plea for plant-based diets
Moving toward plant-based diets will not, by itself, solve the climate problem, but it is necessary for solving it.
September 10, 2026
Proposed Federal changes to grant rules increase uncertainty and risks for farmers
Funding freezes, grant terminations, program cancellations, and a woefully understaffed USDA have disrupted the programs and services farmers and rural communities rely on to build environmentally resilient and economically viable businesses.
September 1, 2026
We started a farming club. Why you should start one too
We are long overdue for a return to growing our own food, and the farming club offers a promising way to reconnect with that tradition.
August 28, 2026
Four food safety laws under threat from the ‘Save Our Bacon Act’
For several years now, a few Republican lawmakers and their Big Ag allies have pushed federal legislation to effectively preempt, or block, state food safety and animal welfare laws.
August 21, 2026
From seeds to survival: A farmer’s story from Tajikistan
For a farming community that depends on seasonal consistency, climate change creates uncertainty at every stage of production.
August 20, 2026
Troubled Waters
Microplastic pollution is an issue that’s easy to overlook, but it’s deceptively threatening to both ocean and human health.










