Acres U.S.A., The Voice of Eco-Agriculture, March 2020 | Issue #585 Copyright 2020, 100 pages (24.1 MB) FEATURES Evolution in ActionBY TRACY FRISCHSang Lee Farms is a multigenerational farm that builds constant change into its business model. Power in PoultryBY ALLIE HYMASCalifornia’s Alchemist Farms builds its operation on compassion for animals and the soil. Label MakersBY LEIGH GLENNAPPPA discusses the future of labeling of “pastured poultry” as Big Ag moves to appropriate the term. A Farmer’s FailureBY STEPHEN BISHOPOne farmer learns the hard way — on just about every aspect of his business. Healing the SoilBY ANITA STONE & BARBARA BURNSPhytoremediation is a powerful way to draw contaminants such as heavy metals out of damaged soil. Carson’s CourageBY ANNELIESE ABBOTTPioneering science journalist Rachel Carson broke new ground in her seminal work on pesticides, Silent Spring. Interview: Matt RussellFifth generation Iowa farmer Matt Russell is the executive director of Iowa Interfaith Power and Light, where he’s changing the narrative about farmers and climate change. Departments VIEW FROM THE COUNTRY Monthly musings from Acres U.S.A.’s editor. LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Readers share their thoughts on past articles and words of encouragement. OPINION: Take Away the THC BurdenBY DOUG FINEArbitrary laws hurt well-meaning hemp farmers. It’s time to change the threshold on THC levels, argues an author and activist. ECO-UPDATENews in brief from around the world on developments in eco-farming technology, organic food and farming, human health and vital environmental issues. CONSULTANT’S CORNER: Carey Reams as a Farming PioneerBY JON FRANKAgricultural trailblazer made connection to nutrient-dense food and human health. MINDING YOUR BUSINESS: Find the Sweet Spot on Poultry PricingBY TIM YOUNGUnderstand your market when putting a price on your poultry products — and don’t try to compete with Costco. STOCK & FLOCK: Brooder Operation a Key to SuccessBY DARBY SIMPSONLearn how to raise baby chicks the right way. Hint: It’s all about controlling the climate. THE HARVEST TABLE: A Chicken in Every Pot, Roasting RackBY NICK BARNARDWhether it’s in a stew or roasted a crispy golden brown, cooking a whole chicken is all about deep nourishment. REVIEWS & RECOMMENDATIONS From in-depth book reviews to innovative websites and beyond, here’s what’s on our radar. MARKETPLACE CLASSIFIEDS ECO-MEETINGS We let you know when and where exciting eco-farming events are happening. MEET AN ECO-FARMER Get to know fellow innovative farmers putting ecologically correct production principles to work, resulting in profitable, sustainable operations. Subscribe to Acres U.S.A. If you enjoyed this issue, or any that you've come across – consider subscribing! Acres U.S.A. is a monthly magazine full of in-depth articles that educate and inform. Subscribe in Print and Digital
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