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The USDA's latest competitive grant targets high-density farming systems, offering a prime opportunity to fund controlled-environment projects.
Capitalize on Houston’s mild fall by planting spinach now, and learn the simple culinary trick that maximizes its nutritional yield.
Extend your garden's bounty safely by mastering the fundamentals of home canning and avoiding common preservation pitfalls.
Federal data highlights how urban agriculture models are mitigating heat islands and boosting local food security.
How regional food hubs and standardized metrics are helping mid-sized growers capture up to 85 percent of wholesale revenues.
How small-scale farms can maximize okra yields and utilize acidic ingredients to perfect this heat-loving staple.
How a simple chop-and-rest technique activates the cancer-fighting compounds in cruciferous vegetables.
New federal funding aims to bolster city-based farming infrastructure through competitive grants and dedicated cooperative extension educators.
Discover how to plant, harvest, and cook nutrient-dense collard greens this spring with our signature garden-to-table recipe.
