Report for America
AgrAbility Helps Folks of All Abilities to Farm
After a life-altering car crash, Carey Portell’s persistence, willingness to adapt and support from Missouri AgrAbility helped her succeed as a cattle farmer.
Eat Local, Eat Wild
The first-ever Wild Foods Cook-Off, put on by the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks, drew a crowd of contestants and community members to eat wild foods.
Rural Rebirth: ‘There’s Always Something Going On’ in Baldwin City
Baldwin City went from “sleepy” 20 years ago to a vibrant community thanks to some dedicated locals. Its Maple Leaf Festival will draw thousands this weekend.
As Ogallala Aquifer Declines in the Great Plains, States Weigh Metering Irrigation Wells
Water levels are dropping in the Ogallala Aquifer, and states in the Great Plains are considering whether to monitor groundwater irrigators are pumping out.
Making Connections for the Future of Farming
Farmer to farmer connections are vital for young producers seeking a future in agriculture. LandLink programs and farming networks help.
In Rural Settings, Communities Step up to Help Aging Adults
For those aging in rural America, hospitals are distant, public transportation is scarce, isolation is likely and grocery stores and pharmacies are closing.
Rural Rebirth: More Than a Civil War Town in Lexington
History puts Lexington on the map. The community’s commitment to betterment holds it together and makes Lexington a place worth settling down in or visiting.
Poor Regulatory Safeguards Leave Farmworkers Suffocating in the Face of Increasing Heat Waves
A fifth of reported heat-related deaths are agricultural workers. Advocates are calling attention to the impact of climate change on this group from heat waves.
Who Regulates the Food We Eat?
There’s a fight brewing over who will regulate U.S. food — and who picks up the tab. Here’s what Kansas and Missouri producers think about the EATS Act.
Rural Rebirth: ‘The Hometown Feel’ in Ottawa
Ottawa is a Kansas river town that honors its rich history along with epic bike trails and a diverse array of downtown businesses.