On February 25th, Tractor Tuesday, an emerging online auction platform for agricultural machinery, faced significant website downtime during its latest auction, raising eyebrows across the industry. The outage, which disrupted bidding and…
The Hidden Perils of Mass Vaccinating America’s Poultry
The specter of bird flu has loomed large over America’s poultry industry in recent years, sparking heated debates about how to curb its spread. With over 160 million birds already culled in…
Shifting Gears: Why Biofuels, Not Electric Vehicles, Could Drive American Agriculture Forward
For years, the U.S. government has poured significant financial resources into promoting electric vehicles (EVs), a technology that, despite the hype, remains impractical for many Americans and unpopular relative to its ambitious…
The Legacy of Landlord William Scully: Land Acquisition, Farmer Resentment, and a Lasting Empire
William Scully (1821–1906), an Irish-American landlord, etched his name into the annals of American agricultural history as one of the most formidable and controversial landowners of the 19th century. Through a combination…
Farming Simulator: Cultivating the Next Generation of American Farmers
As America faces the challenge of an aging farming population, with many long-time farmers nearing retirement without a clear succession plan, innovative solutions are needed to keep the nation’s agricultural legacy alive….
Hempcrete: Revolutionizing American Agriculture and Construction
In the world of sustainable building materials, hempcrete is emerging as a formidable contender, offering numerous benefits that could transform how we construct our homes and buildings. As traditional building materials like…
The Financial Aid Predicament for Farm Kids: Navigating the “Land Rich, Cash Poor” Dilemma
In the heartland of America, a unique challenge confronts the children of farmers and ranchers when they reach the age of higher education. Despite the apparent wealth of owning vast swathes of…
The Fight to Save America’s Family Farms
America’s family farms and ranches are disappearing at an alarming rate. These small, often multi-generational operations are being swallowed up by massive agribusinesses that are consolidating farmland and control over both crop…
The Aging Crisis in American Agriculture: Challenges, Consequences, and Solutions
American agriculture, a cornerstone of the nation’s economy and food security, is facing a looming crisis: its farmers are aging, and there aren’t enough young people stepping up to replace them. The…
Cybersecurity in Agriculture: Why It Matters More Than Ever
In recent years, the agricultural sector has undergone a technological revolution, integrating smart equipment, AI, and drones into daily farming operations. While these advancements promise greater efficiency, productivity, and sustainability, they also…