Tree farms are an unavoidable part of the Australian landscape.In Australia, it is estimated that around 70 per cent of our forests are owned by private farms.These farms, known as ‘forest plantations’, are the most common way of growing a wide range of crops including nuts, fruits and vegetables.But these plantations have their drawbacks.They tend […]
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How to be a great tree farmer in California
By now, you’ve probably heard of the California tree farm boom, which has produced over 100,000 trees for over a century.It’s been touted as a way to help mitigate the impacts of climate change and drought.But there are some concerns about the effectiveness of the scheme, as it’s seen as a quick fix for some […]
When the US food system gets too good for its own good, the US could get too good to go back to food stamps
The US food stamp program, which was instituted to help feed the poor, is getting too good, according to some critics.The program was designed to be a lifeline for the elderly and disabled.It was meant to help those with little money but could be a life saver for those who needed it the most.But critics […]
California farms that are making the world’s best wine
I am not an expert in wine, but if you are in the market for a new wine, you might want to check out a few of California’s farms.Here are some of the best farms in the state to get you started.Happy Day Farm In Malibu, the Happy Day Farms is a wine making operation […]
New Zealand farmer dies of heart attack in cattle market
The farm in Blain’s Farm near Marlborough, New Zealand, has lost another farmer to a heart attack.The farm lost another farm worker yesterday, as well.An elderly farmer died after collapsing in a crowded cattle market on the outskirts of Blain Street, Blain.His wife, Maureen, told The Press that they are in shock.She said he had […]