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While human labor is still a large part of agriculture, robots are also taking to the fields. Here are a few ways that agricultural robots are changing farming now and in the years ahead. The post 5 Ways Agricultural Robots Are Changing Modern Farming appeared first on Modern Farmer.

Having the right tools is essential to growing lots of luscious fruit. Having the right techniques will ensure you get there. Read on to learn about 11 fruit tree pruning secrets that will increase your harvest. The post 11 Fruit Tree Pruning Secrets That Will Increase Your Yield appeared first on Modern Farmer.

Whether you have a small yard or a large patch of land, you can grow some of your own food. Not sure where to start? Join farmer Briana Yablonski to learn some of the best easy-to-grow crops that can help you lower your grocery bill. The post Lower Your Grocery Costs With These 7 Easy-to-Grow Crops appeared first on Modern Farmer.

Increasing the number of crops you grow does more than provide you with a diverse harvest to enjoy. Learn some of the key benefits of implementing increased crop diversity. The post Crop Diversity Benefits: Why Variety is Key to Sustainable Farming appeared first on Modern Farmer.

Spring soil compaction can decrease water infiltration and limit plant growth. Join Briana Yablonski to learn more about the causes of soil compaction and ways you can manage it on your land. The post Spring Planting and Soil Compaction: 5 Management Tips appeared first on Modern Farmer.

If you’re working with limited growing space and want to produce more food, you may not have to look for more acreage. Vertical farming allows producers to grow up rather than out. Join small-scale farmer Briana Yablonski to learn more about this unique growing method and how it compares to other types of agriculture. The post Vertical Farming: How to Produce More Food on Less Land appeared first on Modern Farmer.

Can’t get enough of fresh tomatoes? Take what one gardener has learned and discover growing tips and strategies for enjoying fresh tomatoes year-round. The post This Gardener Gets Tomato Harvests Year-Round With This Unique Growing Strategy appeared first on Modern Farmer.

Gone are the days when farming meant living miles away from the city center. With a bit of creativity and practical urban farming ideas, you can grow lots of food in a small urban space. The post Repurposing Urban Spaces for Farming: 7 Creative Ideas appeared first on Modern Farmer.

Leanna Goose grew up ricing manoomin (wild rice) as a member of the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe.    “Wild rice is culturally significant to Aniishinabe people here in Minnesota. It’s our connection to the land, water and our ancestors…I had a friend say that Aniishinabeg people, if we were to lose this plant, we The post How Native Water Protectors Champion Water Quality appeared first on Modern Farmer.

Tulips sprouting a month early after a warm spell. Drought-resilient plants soaked after weeks of rain. Cherry blossom buds freezing after a cold snap. It’s tough to be a gardener these days. Fueled by climate change, the weather is more unpredictable than normal.   “A resilient garden is one that’s ready to adapt and recover, The post How to Care for Your Garden in Unpredictable Weather appeared first on Modern Farmer.