Why haven’t farm animals evolved against humans? A biologist explains why there won’t be a chicken uprising anytime soon

Plants need phosphorus, and other nutrients, to grow. But soil tests can’t tell if there’s too much.

The US government used to have American farmers’ backs, but that support has been dwindling for decades. New subsidies signal big changes for farmers.

Communication with loved ones, neighbors and mental health professionals can be a key piece of addressing the stressors and mental health issues that affect farmers at higher rates than other professions.  According to the National Rural Health Association, suicide rates are “significantly higher” in rural areas than in urban areas and farmers die by suicide […]

Considering how easily bird flu swept through chicken farms, it’s clear that domestication has downsides. Lessons from the past paired with modern genomic technology can help with farming insects.

Solar is helping farmers in California save water and secure reliable income in the face of drought and economic pressure.

Sentient reports that the environmental costs of meat and seafood extend beyond feed crops to the minerals mined for animal diets, impacting biodiversity and emissions. 

Atmos reports on pronghorn migration in Wyoming, highlighting their unique adaptations, conservation efforts, and the struggle to balance wildlife protection with development.

Grist reports on the Who Eats Whom project, leveraging citizen science to document complex wildlife interactions. This database aids conservation efforts amid climate change.

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(BPT) - The fall season means clocks fall back, and every November, standard time returns with a familiar set of seasonal rituals.Once you've gone around the house adjusting all your clocks, you …