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Research highlights fungi's key role in carbon capture

The underground networks of plant roots and fungi are proving to be essential in sequestering carbon in the soil, according to recent studies.

Matt Reynolds reports for Wired.

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Indiana farm to become first in the nation to adopt new beef standard

Fischer Farms in Saint Anthony, Indiana, has seen a lot of operational changes since its inception during the Civil War. The farm, owned and operated by Joseph Fischer and family for six generations, decided in 2004 to switch from conventional beef production to a process requiring fewer antibiotics.

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How Green River celebrates its melon farmers

Thousands turn out for Melon Days, but the future looks uncertain.

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Are Halloween pumpkins a future superfood?

Pumpkins usually only appear over Halloween. But this drought-tolerant, stable and versatile crop is packed with nutrition. Could it be the superfood of the future?

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This First Nation in Alberta is fighting climate change with rows and rows of trees

Siksika Nation will see shelterbelts planted throughout the community, which are rows of trees planted on the perimeter of properties, or along roads. Shelterbelts serve many purposes, including being a natural wind barrier, and capturing moisture in the soil.

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