Across the world, family farms—long the backbone of agricultural independence and community resilience—are under siege. In the United States, grain prices have been suppressed for years, pushing small farmers to the brink…
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Debunking the “Food Apartheid” Narrative: A Response to Forbes’ Claims of Racism in Agriculture
A Forbes article titled “How Racism in Agriculture Built America’s Food Apartheid” asserts that systemic racism in agriculture has created a “food apartheid,” deliberately denying Black communities access to healthy food, as…
There Are Good Reasons Why Farmers Hesitate to Adopt Cover Cropping
Cover crops—plants grown primarily to improve soil health, reduce erosion, and suppress weeds—have gained attention as a sustainable farming practice. Agricultural researchers, environmentalists, and policymakers often tout their benefits, such as improved…
The Endless Whining Over Vermont Dairy Raid: A Reality Check on Illegal Immigration and Labor Practices
On April 21, 2025, U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents detained eight undocumented farmworkers at Pleasant Valley Farms in Berkshire, Vermont, in one of the largest immigration enforcement actions in the state’s…
MAHA: How Will the Push to Reform America’s Food Supply Affect Farmers?
The Trump administration has launched an ambitious campaign under the “Make America Healthy Again” (MAHA) initiative, led by Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and…
Biofuels in the United States: A Growing Industry Amid Legislative Support and Tariff Challenges
The biofuels industry in the United States stands at a critical juncture, bolstered by legislative efforts to extend tax credits and facing new opportunities and challenges amid tariff turmoil. As the nation…
Rising Food Prices Amid Declining CPI: Causes, Coping Strategies, and Economic Ripples
In recent months, a curious economic divergence has emerged: while the Consumer Price Index (CPI), a broad measure of inflation, has shown signs of decline, food prices continue to climb. This phenomenon…
USDA Funding Shift: A Practical Move for Farmers
The Trump administration’s decision to redirect USDA funding away from climate-smart and DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) programs and into has sparked debate, but it’s a move grounded in pragmatism. Farmers are…
The Untapped Political Power of American Farmers
American farmers are the backbone of civilization, feeding the world and sustaining the global economy. Yet, their political influence remains largely untapped, overshadowed by systemic challenges and structural barriers that limit their…
Trump’s Tariff Strategy: A Pause for Partners, Pressure on China, and a Win for U.S. Agriculture
In a bold move that’s reshaping global trade dynamics, President Donald Trump has paused tariffs on major trading partners while simultaneously ramping up duties on China. This strategic pivot has already sent…