Soil pollution. It’s often a topic we skirt over when discussing the health of our soils. Many of us aren’t even aware that it’s a problem. But according to a 2018 report by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), soil pollution is one of the main soil threats affecting global soils. Soil pollution, like many…
Those who don’t know their history are doomed to repeat it. Ironically, we’ve been repeating and simultaneously ignoring this famous adage for centuries. And it might just be our downfall. Right now, the world is split between climate-deniers and climate-activists. Some petition for a cleaner world and greener legislation while others laugh in their faces….
Have you heard of the term victory garden? These were gardens that were planted during WWII in order to increase food security and prevent famine. The government encouraged homeowners to grow their own food to feed their families, as much of the available food was needed for soldiers. Victory gardens were a hit; in fact,…
When we talk about climate change, we usually discuss its effects on agriculture, people’s homes, or the icebergs in Antarctica. And, often, what follows is discussion on how reducing carbon emissions and planting more trees can help mitigate these negative effects. No one ever brings up the wetlands that have been destroyed by anthropogenic practices…
If you read the news, you may have heard plenty about regenerative agriculture in the past year. Researchers and climate scientists are pushing for farmers to adopt regenerative agriculture practices. And farmers who have witnessed the miracles of this approach first-hand are encouraging other farmers to make the switch. Maybe you’ve heard that General Mills,…
In 2019, the Center for Environmental Health (CEH) performed a variety of tests that determined trace amounts of glyphosate (also referred to as Roundup) were present in cereals and baby food. This news concerned consumers across the country, especially after rumors circulated that Roundup causes cancer. Scientists, farmers, and consumers have debated for years whether…
Water, water everywhere but not a drop to drink. The famous line from Samuel Coleridge’s poem “The Rime of the Ancient Mariner” echoes throughout the country following new findings from the Environmental Working Group (EWG). Recent laboratory tests have found that more Americans have been exposed to toxic forever chemicals in their drinking water than previously…
Often, climate activists are quick to blame farmers for poor environmental conditions, such as soil infertility, rising greenhouse gas emissions, and nutrient pollution. They point fingers and make accusations, but what many don’t realize is that farmers want to reduce their environmental footprint. In fact, many farmers want regenerative agriculture and are pushing to implement…
Over the last few years, the public has grown steadily aware of the dangers of toxic algae blooms. In July of 2019, blue-green algae blooms in Mississippi waters caused beach closures, fish kills, and illness. Now, research has illuminated that blue-green algae isn’t only dangerous for fish populations and people; it’s dangerous for our environment….
Here’s the thing. Planting a garden is a fun and often rewarding hobby, but it comes with some downsides. First, you have to deal with weather: cold weather, hot weather, rainy weather–oh my gosh. It can also be laborious, back-breaking work. And sometimes, the things you plant never see the light of day, meaning you…
