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The New York farmers responding to food insecurity
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The New York farmers responding to food insecurity

Small-scale farmers in Ithaca respond to hunger through nimbleness, innovation, and mutualism. If the recently introduced FEED Act passes Congress, the model could spread nationwide.
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Willo lets you subscribe to your own plot of indoor-grown greens
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Willo lets you subscribe to your own plot of indoor-grown greens

With a subscription, Willo will manage a spot in an LED-powered indoor farm for you, delivering you greens every week.
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Millions of dollars heading to farmers, but small farms won't see much of it

Millions of dollars heading to farmers, but small farms won't see much of it

Advocates say young and disadvantaged farmers won't benefit from the latest stimulus funds, and nor do those selling directly to consumers.

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As COVID-19 disrupts the industrial meat system, independent processors have a moment to shine
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As COVID-19 disrupts the industrial meat system, independent processors have a moment to shine

Big Meat put most small slaughterhouses out of business. Those left are demonstrating their resilience, but their limited numbers point to the need for improved infrastructure.
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Community food co-ops are thriving during the pandemic
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Community food co-ops are thriving during the pandemic

Compared to supermarkets with empty shelves and long lines, co-ops' long-term focus on building resilient foodsheds is paying off.
ORIGINAL REPORTING
Feet in sandals stand on stone pavers.

Hotter heat waves are sticking around as the planet keeps warming

Flood waters rising next to house boats.

Rising seas may erase land, but not national identity, legal experts say

Equipment pointing toward the sky to communicate with satellites.

Old satellites vital to hurricane tracking will soon stop transmitting data

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Jellyfish floating in the ocean

Scientists call on UN to adopt bold ocean policies to combat climate and biodiversity threats

Green coral on a reef.

EU ocean protection plan draws fire for weak enforcement and lack of binding goals

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Wildfire smoke from Canada continues to choke U.S. cities as climate patterns worsen

CLIMATE
US Capitol dome touched by early morning sun with trees and a path in foreground.

Senate moves to gut clean energy tax credits as deal nears

Man holding sign that says Not is not the time for business as usual; climate action now.

UN climate talks face growing backlash over corporate influence and stalled action