Women in Mexico take action to safeguard ancient Aztec farms and preserve a disappearing ecosystem
MEXICO CITY — Jasmine Ordóñez finds herself on a wooden boat, crossing a slender waterway that connects Mexico and its past—a labyrinth of chinampa, those ancient Aztec island farms. “Let’s close our eyes and ask our mother waters for permission to sail in peace,” she says softly, as the boat glides by, a stark contrast […]
The expansion of Big Tech puts Kentucky farms and energy at risk
Mason County Faces Data Center Proposals Amid Concerns Mason County, Kentucky, located about an hour from Cincinnati, has a distinct character shaped by its lush hills and strong agricultural heritage. The community leans heavily toward conservative values, with Trump winning by a significant margin of 44 points. Many residents express skepticism towards globalization, major tech […]
Country singer Luke Bryan offers music and assistance to farms in rural America.
Luke Bryan’s Farm Tour Showcases Love for Agriculture Luke Bryan is elevating his passion for farming. The country singer has just started the fall legs of his annual farm tour—performances held on farms across the U.S. Each year, he emphasizes that these events are more than just concerts; they’re a tribute to his roots and […]
Immigration actions target California cannabis farms while Newsom condemns methods
Newsom’s Response to Immigration Raids at Cannabis Farms California Governor Gavin Newsom has consistently opposed many policies from the Trump administration, particularly regarding illegal immigration and its impact on economic initiatives. Recently, he rallied support for local businesses, including those in the cannabis sector, when federal agents made a significant number of arrests related to […]
Sheep take the place of gas mowers at solar farms to cut down emissions
Solar Grazing: A Sustainable Solution for Solar Farms Forget the noise of lawn mowers and gas-guzzling tractors. Modern solar companies are now looking to sheep for keeping the grass trimmed and weeds in check beneath solar panels. These eco-friendly grazers can maneuver easily between tight panel rows, effectively cutting down on maintenance costs and carbon […]
New England grid manager cautions that Trump’s halt on wind farms threatens the reliability of the system
The operator managing the New England Electric Grid expressed concerns on Monday regarding the Trump administration’s decision to halt construction on a nearly completed offshore wind farm, suggesting it jeopardizes the reliability of the electric grid. According to a statement from ISO New England, “Stopping a project increases the risk to reliability.” The local transmission […]
Acorn Bluff Farms: Raised pigs produce the ‘Kobe beef’ of pork
You Are What You Eat It’s an old saying, but it really shapes my food choices and the advice I give to others. If the meat and animal products we consume come from animals that are poorly cared for, living in unhealthy or unnatural conditions, I think it’s fair to question why we should benefit […]
Trump approves ICE activity following protests at California cannabis farms
President Donald Trump announced on Friday that he has given federal immigration agents “full permission” amidst clashes with protesters during enforcement actions at a cannabis farm in California. Trump recently traveled from Texas to Washington, where he observed areas affected by severe flooding that claimed at least 120 lives. He shared a lengthy post on […]
Raids on California marijuana farms lead to the rescue of 10 children amid the disappearance of 300,000 unaccompanied minors during Biden’s administration.
California Immigration Raid Uncovers Unaccompanied Minors A recent immigration raid in California has led to the unsettling discovery of several unaccompanied children. Authorities are now investigating the possibility of exploitation or trafficking regarding these minors. On Thursday, multiple federal agencies executed warrants at two licensed marijuana facilities located in Camarillo and Carpinteria, operated by Camarillo […]
Agents conduct raids on marijuana farms hiring undocumented workers in California
Protests erupted on Thursday as demonstrators clashed with federal agents during an immigration operation at a marijuana farm in northern Los Angeles. This facility, known as Glasshouse Farm, is state-licensed but has been labeled illegal under federal regulations in Camarillo. Reports indicate that federal authorities were equipped with warrants specifically targeting illegal workers at the […]