Innovative farm in Sawyer grows local crops during North Dakota winters

Winter in North Dakota might conjure images of snow drifts and frigid air, but for Quinn Renfandt near Minot, it’s a season of growth. Through clever innovation like geothermal greenhouses, local food isn’t hibernating—it’s thriving. This isn’t just about fresh produce; it’s a pledge to community and local economy. Get the full story from KMOT

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Mega-Farms Are Driving the Threat of Bird Flu

On the fringes of California’s dairy country, where copper-hued mountains frame sprawling farms, a silent threat looms: bird flu. Already devastating the state’s poultry and dairy industries, this highly pathogenic virus has jumped from wild birds to cows, with alarming implications for livestock and human health. Farmworkers fear its spread, as cases rise and conditions

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