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Federal funding cuts leave Petersburg’s free produce programs, local farmers in limbo
Local free food distribution organizers and farmers are struggling to fill in the gaps amid federal funding cuts.
Local farmers feel ‘uncertain’ on what to plant as tariffs remain unknown
With the threat of tariffs being thrown left and right, many farmers here in Southwest Louisiana are feeling uncertain.
Local brewers, apple farmers brace for economic impact as tariffs raise production costs
The uncertainty around tariffs is trickling down to Main Streets across the mountains as local growers and brewers watch the ...
South Texas farmers, local officials warn of impacts with lack of water
Local officials and farmers in south Texas traveled to the Capitol Monday to ask lawmakers to get involved with holding ...
Local backyard poultry farmers raise concerns amid nationwide bird flu outbreak
If there is high suspicion for bird flu, the Texas Animal Health Commission will send a foreign analysis diagnostician to ...
KOIN on MSN3d
Bill aims to protect Oregon farmworkers from disaster with backing from local chefs
House Bill 3193 aims to provide a permanent relief program for farmworkers who lost income due to a disaster, with $10 ...
WTOV on MSN1d
Ohio Valley farmers brace for 2025 planting amid lingering drought concerns
Ohio Valley and local farmers agricultural experts are expressing concerns for 2025 with planting season scheduled to take ...
Spoonful Wanderer on MSN1d
The Rise and Role of Food Co-ops in Local Communities
Food co-ops have transformed from small neighborhood stores into powerful community hubs that bring together local farmers, food enthusiasts, and families seeking fresh, sustainable food options.