Family farms
How GMO Crops Help Farmers And The Environment
Our family farm grows corn and soybeans in Southwest Michigan. Since their introduction about 20 years ago, we have adopted genetically engineered traits that benefit…
Family farms
97: The Percentage of U.S. Farms that Are Family-Owned
“Corporate farms” and “factory farms” are labels many people give to farms using modern equipment and technology. Following that definition then, you might think “family…
Biotechnology
Bill Nye Saves the World – And Examines the Safety and Sustainability of GMOs
I heard a stat the other day that most Americans are two to three generations removed from a farm. So when most people walk through…
Family farms
Switch It Up: 4 Ways Crop Rotation Helps Our Farm Be Sustainable
If you ever find yourself in a rut, it always seems helpful to switch up your routine. Take a different route to work. Listen to…
Family farms
Planting Preparation
Planning for a successful crop year after year Do you have a backyard garden or potted herbs on your patio? Just as you prepare to…
End Users
Ready, Willing And Sustainable
U.S. soybean farmers take on the challenge of meeting customers' sustainability demands When asked why sustainability matters to them, a majority of soybean farmers respond…