Taking advantage of the solar eclipse
The American Astronomical Society (AAS) has a group of passionate volunteers that make up the Solar Eclipse Task Force (SETF). The SETF educates (more…)
The American Astronomical Society (AAS) has a group of passionate volunteers that make up the Solar Eclipse Task Force (SETF). The SETF educates (more…)
Who better to provide an update on the pests and diseases growers need to worry about this season than a panel of five plant experts? (more…)
Whether through a flyover mishap or spray blowing from neighboring field on a windy day, misplaced pesticides can cause a lot of damage. (more…)
Soil for Water is a project of the National Center for Appropriate Technology (NCAT), which began in 2015 and is focused on increasing efficiency of (more…)
It’s no longer surprising that the Christmas and holiday season has extended. Some installations and decorations are being displayed in October (more…)
“Biochar is a charcoal-like material that degrades over hundreds to thousands of years,” explained Dr. Deborah Aller during the 2023 Hudson Valley (more…)
In their continuing efforts to connect rural Americans across the country with existing mental health resources, Rural Minds recently partnered with (more…)
During my career, I have done considerable research and written about okra, a southern vegetable.
Okra belongs to the mallow family with its close cousin cotton. (more…)
In today’s world, where image is global and immediate, public and community relations can either build marketing successes or initiate tough problems (more…)
On Aug. 21, USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack announced another $667 million in grants and loans to connect thousands of rural residents, farmers (more…)
Lincoln Fishman and Hilary Costa of Sawyer Farm have been farming organically at Sawyer Farm in Worthington, MA, since 2010. At 1,600 feet (more…)
In late July, New Orleans, self-described “Home of the Cocktail,” hosts a weeklong event called Tales of the Cocktail, an annual trade conference, (more…)
Gen Z, also known as Zoomers, might be young but they represent $140 billion in spending power. The oldest Gen Z’ers are 26 and the youngest (more…)
Recent research indicates that a large portion of floral consumers are willing to pay a little more if that means supporting their values. (more…)
Red fruit color is associated with higher sales because color appeals to consumers. Apples with rich, dark color are perceived as having increased (more…)