The Acres U.S.A. July 2018 issue; Vol. 48, No. 7; contains the following: FEATURES Healing Harvestby Samm SimpsonAs head of Pangaea Plants in North Carolina, Gabriel Noard uses biodynamic growing methods to produce high quality herbs for the growing holistic health market. Non- Toxic Japanese Beetle Controlby John PeragineFrom planting trap crops to physical containment strategies, John Peragine wades into the options available in the fight against this invasive beetle. Cattle Meet Grass for Improved Soil Healthby Paige BuckJim Burrus successfully converted his conventional Illinois farm to an organic operation centered around rotational grazing with a focus on healthy soil. From Hobby to Hometown Heroby Abbey Smith California fiber artist Lani Estill has a passion for sustainable American-made fiber and is producing consumer goods from sheep to shop. Connecting Feed to Wasteby Tamara ScullyA lot of prime farmland is being utilized for livestock feeds and a lot of petroleum is being used to grow those feed crops, but some innovative ideas — from environmentally friendly feedstocks to alternative energy generation and better ways of managing waste streams — are helping lessen the footprint of animal agriculture. After the Harvestby Jill HendersonWith food insecurity on the rise in America, groups are teaming up with the help of farmers and volunteers to glean fields, large and small, and give to food banks and other organizations. CSA-ish: The Many Variationsby Leah & Jessie SmithIn part two of this article, Michigan farmers Leah & Jessie Smith discuss the many alternative systems for successful Community Supported Agriculture in America. Welcome to the Farmby Lee AllenFor the farmers who invite outsiders in for a look-see, agritourism has become a key diversified revenue stream. Community in Focus: Orcas Islandby Jack PetreeKaj Enderlein is passionate about his community and about working with his Orcas Island, Washington, neighbors to rediscover the art of locally based sustainable living and food self-sufficiency. Interview “Eating is said to be an agricultural act with political consequences. Current trends show that what people want to eat is challenging the usual agricultural industrial complex.” Interview: Diana Rodgers, R.D., LDNMeat of the MatterDietician, educator & author Diana Rodgers talks about nutrition, organic farming and taking back our food system for better health. DEPARTMENT View from the CountryMonthly musings from Acres U.S.A.’s publisher. Letters to the EditorReaders share their thoughts on past articles and words of encouragement.5 Opinion The Tipping PointJournalist Mike Snow tackles the impending merger of agrichemical giants Bayer and Monsanto and what it means for organic farming. Eco-UpdateNews in brief from around the world on developments in eco-farming technology, organic food and farming, human health and vital environmental issues. Science on Your SideAcres U.S.A. highlights recent research and what it means for you. 64 The Harvest Table Making Sweet Sorghum MolassesAs grower Mollie LeBude can attest to, making sorghum molasses the horse-powered traditional way isn’t easy, but the rewards are oh so sweet. Stock & Flock: Raw Food Diet for Man’s Best FriendFarmer Andrew French takes a look at conventional dog food and posits there is a better way to keep your pet healthy and happy. Small-Scale Success: Better TogetherRather than scaling up, some sustainable farmers are finding strength in numbers by joining agricultural co-ops. Reviews & RecommendationsFrom in-depth book reviews to innovative websites and beyond, here’s what’s on our radar. Marketplace Classifieds Eco-MeetingsWe let you know when and where exciting eco-farming events are happening. Meet an Eco-FarmerGet to know fellow innovative farmers putting ecologically correct production principles to work, resulting in profitable, sustainable operations.
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