Mocksville Chicken Plant Damaged By Fire Will Reopen With New Owner
A chicken processing plant in Davie County that was closed after a major fire last year has been sold. The new owner will continue poultry production at the site.
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Is What's Good For The Lemurs Also Good For The Locals?
To protect the ecosystem and its critters, Madagascar made it illegal to cut down rainforest land for agriculture — and promised to give farmers a new way to earn a living. How did that work out?
Why President Trump Hates Canadian Dairy — And Canada Insists On Protecting It
President Trump has railed against Canada when it comes to trade. A particular point of criticism is the dairy industry. Canada slaps steep tariffs on imports of milk, cheese and butter from the U.S.
Politics Planted The Seed For A Business In Herbs And Teas
The 2016 U.S. presidential election led two women to create a business steeped in changing how immigrants are viewed by celebrating their contributions to agriculture.
How More Carbon Dioxide In The Air Could Lead To More Human Disease
Nutrients in crops fall as carbon dioxide rises. People who don't get enough of the right nutrients are more likely to get sick. Researchers have now estimated the effects.
NC Protects Pork Producers Against Nuisance Complaints
North Carolina lawmakers are making it harder for neighbors of agribusinesses to file complaints about smells and other nuisances.
How Wall Street Brought Down Georgia's Suspicious Chicken Price Index
When a bunch of Wall Street investors sniffed out a potential price fixing scheme in the poultry business, they bet against big chicken. Then they targeted a price index published in Georgia.
Rural Lands At Risk As Ranchers Prepare For Retirement
Universities and ranch land advocates are offering estate planning classes to ranchers with a goal of saving their land from redevelopment.
A Grass-Roots Movement For Healthy Soil Spreads Among Farmers
America's farmers are digging soil like never before. A movement for "regenerative agriculture" is dedicated to building healthier soil and could even lead to a new eco-label on food.
Community And Vegetables Grow Side-By-Side In Syrian Refugee Camp Gardens
Some Syrians have found that the difficult work of growing fruits and vegetables in refugee camps brings a sense of home, peace, and of course, adds fresh food to the community.