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CO2 Could Increase Tomato Growth

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Scientists at Fresno State who are investigating the use of carbon-dioxide enrichment on open-field crops enter their second year of research.

New Farmers Get Hands-on Business Training

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The first-year participants of the Beginning Farmer Institute unite for a second round of practical farm-business instruction.

Conservation Stewardship Deadline 2 Weeks Away

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Producers can receive stewardship incentives for this fiscal year by submitting an application to the Conservation Stewardship Program by Jan. 13.

Institute Offers Certificate in Sustainable-ag Systems

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At the first school to offer an MBA in sustainable business, students can specialize in three new sustainability sectors, including Sustainable Food and Agriculture Systems.

Farmers Donate 100,000th Christmas Tree to Troops

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In its sixth year, the Trees for Troops nonprofit program helped Christmas-tree farmers donate a record number of trees to service members around the world.

17 Ways to Celebrate Maple Syrup Day

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On Dec. 17, honor your sweetest farm harvest with one (or more) of these recipes containing maple syrup.

Limited Time to Compete for School-garden Supplies

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School- and community-garden leaders can enter the Burpee "I Can Grow” contest for a chance to win plants and gardening supplies to boost their operation.

Horse Slaughter Debate is Back

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Recently passed legislation could open the door for horse slaughter’s re-entry to the U.S.

Broccoli Nutrition Persists Despite Variety

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Research shows that newly developed broccoli cultivars may offer the same nutritional value as older varieties.

Report Unveils Beginning-farmer Needs

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In a survey conducted by the National Young Farmers’ Coalition, beginning farmers rank access to land and capital among the top farming barriers.

Manual Aimed to Help Local Food Systems

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Improvement of local food-handling practices and safety standards is at the center of a new grower’s resource.

5 Modern Ways to Show Food Gratitude

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Use technology to rejuvenate your Thanksgiving traditions.

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