This story was originally published by Stateline. Anna Pesek saw a federal program supporting local food purchases as much ...

Why did she shift her focus to farming? Five words. “For the love of Mom.” Sarah’s mom always dreamt of having her own small vegetable farm where she could source healthier food for the ...

However, urban farming doesn’t come without its challenges. Small spaces, contaminated soils, high water costs, and tight regulations can make growing difficult. Turning to creative urban farming ...

Lucht’s small organic farm could collect generous incentive payments for its eco-friendly practices, while dominating its local market with everything from yoga courses to home delivery.

They’re in a small city in the San Joaquin Valley ... Valdez starts her days before dawn to help out on her family’s 30-acre farm, feeding chickens, sheep, dogs and more than 70 cows.

Pat and Rachel Lienemann's farm in Waseca began with four weaned heifers in 2021 and will harvest for the first time this year. Pat Lienemann on his farm in Waseca, Minnesota, on March 17 ...

The U.S. Department of Agriculture grant program that allowed schools and food banks to buy fresh products from small farms helped her forge new business relationships. It allowed her to spend ...