Many of us loved making mud pies as kids—it may have been our favorite thing to do outside. But as kids, we likely never thought much about…
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Genetically Modified Organisms and Our Food Supply
GMO (genetically modified organism) foods are being seen more and more in our food supply and are often cited as the future of our agricultural system. Many…
Biodiversity 101
We share our planet with a multitude of other living creatures—plants, animals, insects and microorganisms. Derived from the words “biological diversity,” biodiversity is defined formally as the…
Busting Myths About Animal Agriculture
Hired farmworkers make up less than 1 percent of all hired labor in the U.S., but they feed us all. This means that an even smaller percentage…
Growing Upwards: Q & A on Vertical Farming
Over time, farming practices have evolved to use less energy, pesticides, water and other needed inputs to grow the foods we depend on. A type of farming…
What is Regenerative Agriculture?
Climate change is affecting all our favorite foods—from avocado toast to acai bowls—and how farmers grow food matters more now than ever. One way farmers are improving…
Taking Another Look at GMO Crops: Q&A with a Farmer
Food production practices have evolved over the years to support food availability and choices for our ever-growing population. One of the tools is biotechnology. This technique has…
Farmers’ Market Food Safety 101
With the ushering in of warmer weather and more sunny days come thoughts of fresh produce and access to many of our favorite fruits and vegetables from…
Bringing Biotechnology to Life: An Educational Resource for Grades 7-10
Download the Curriculum “Bringing Biotechnology to Life” is a resource for science educators and others interested in learning more about biotechnology and its role in food production….