Livestock

Young Farmers Bring Small-scale, Humane Hog Farming Back to Iowa

Neighbors love to drive by and see a young family raising hogs outdoors again—a rare sight in Erik and Mikala Boors’ part of Iowa.

Finding Balance as a Sixth-Generation Pig Farmer

Family farmer Aaron Williams is committed to raising hogs sustainably. Now, he’s traveling across the country to explain why.

Marketing that Matters: Audubon Seal Connects Ranchers and Consumers

The Audubon Society’s bird-friendly seal was developed to help eaters choose meat products produced in way that conserves grasslands.

Nurturing a Path to Success for Small, Sustainable Sheepherders

Family farmer Levi Wahl hopes to build a business that he can pass on for his children to enjoy as much as he does.

Leather Companies Can Play a Critical Role in Stopping Deforestation

Tanneries are starting pilot projects that are intended to improve traceability and help end deforestation.

Silver Fern Farms’ Net Carbon Zero Program: A Pioneer in Sustainable Meat Production

Discover how New Zealand’s Silver Fern Farms is revolutionizing the meat industry with its innovative Net Carbon Zero program, pushing the boundaries of sustainable farming.

FAO Releases Assessment of Soil Carbon in Grasslands

Grasslands sequester carbon, drawing it out of the atmosphere. But despite their importance, these ecosystems are some of the least protected.

From Farm to Planet, Lessons on Building Multigenerational Farming and Food Systems

Conversations with family farmers, retailers, food producers, journalists, chefs, and advocates serve as a reminder that we all have a role to play in supporting farmers.

World’s First Vaccine for Deadly African Swine Fever Approved for Commercial Use

While African Swine Fever has a near 100 percent mortality rate, top scientists are hopeful that the African Swine Fever vaccine will soon be made available around the world.

A New Hog Farming Model for the Next Generation

Steven and Alaina Imhoff knew they wanted to expand their hog farming at Triple Creek Farms in southeast Iowa. And they were convinced that the industrial route wasn’t going to suit them. In 2019, they connected with Niman Ranch, which…

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