The Rhythm of Farmer-Led Research
Activities in the orange circle represent farmer-researcher responsibilities, and activities in the green circle represent EFAO staff activities.
An Economic Case for Small Grains with Cover Crops
It is well known that extending field crop rotations by adding small grains, such as wheat, barley, oats, triticale, spelt, or rye, has many ecological benefits. Here, we describe the economic benefits as well.
Agroecology and the Future of Our Mother Earth
In her book, Who Really Feeds the World, Vandana Shiva emphasizes the central role of Agroecology: “the knowledge and science of the complex interactions that produce our food.”
Federal Budget Pledges $270M to Reduce Agricultural GHG Emissions
The budget funds every one of the programs recommended by Farmers for Climate Solutions, and offers tax rebates for farmers.
EFAO is hiring an Events & Resources Manager
Join the team! EFAO is seeking an outgoing, collaborative, detail-oriented person to join the staff team as Events and Resources Manager.
Farmers Write: Farm Animals
I milked goats and made cheese, but my most important job was to spread the love of a visiting billy goat to the nanny goats on the farm.