These days preserving the Earth for future generations in all in vogue. But for farmers, we’ve been doing this for generations.
Hi, I'm Amanda! My family farms corn and soybeans in Southwest Michigan. I'm also a practicing attorney.
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Green soybeans as far as the eye can see.
In my latest for AGDAILY I take a look at that status of plant-based "milks" and the FDA's moves on labeling.
'Almond Beverage': Yes, a label is finally doing it right! | AGDAILY
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The FDA's draft guidance on the milk label is a decent compromise on which the nutritional differences with actual milk must be clearly stated.
This man is a menace to society. It scares me to see certain groups giving him a favorable look.
Why RFK Jr.’s Science Disinfo Keeps Outrunning the Truth
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A conspiracy theory can be halfway around the world before a peer-reviewed replication can alphabetize its sources.
It’s harvest season in Michigan. Remember that even if you have to slow down to 20 mph and follow a tractor for one mile, it takes only three minutes of your time – about the same amount as waiting for one stoplight.
I'm just starting to look into the Agricultural Labeling Uniformity Act as a response to California's latest antics. This article is a good start.
Don’t let California override the EPA and hijack national farm policy
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Some states — California, in particular — are trying to circumvent EPA’s career scientists with pesticide labeling regulations that conflict with the EPA’s scientific conclusions.
As an agronomist, I think the most simple way of describing sustainable agriculture is, farms / fields, that are still productive after several generations of use. Modern day agricultural techniques, such as soil analysis, application of fertilizer according to crop needs, reduced tillage, use of low compaction implements, cover crops, have all contributed to improved soil.
Urbanization is the one most destructive force that I can think of.