Over the years, post-hunter-gatherer societies have adopted modern agricultural techniques such as the use of machinery and agrochemicals. This has led to lower production costs, increased farming ...

In Greece's fields, Dimitris, a fourth-generation olive farmer, once relied solely on traditional cultivation methods passed down through his family for generations. Today, critical decisions about ...

Vertical farming can produce as much as traditional farming while using less water and less energy—if executed correctly. Area 2 Farms In an old paper company and warehouse building, machines are ...

MINNEAPOLIS --While the Environmental Protection Agency says a longer growing season helps some crops in some areas, climate change is presenting a host of challenges for farming in the United States.

The word farm was once equated with images of sun-kissed green fields in rural areas. That’s quickly changing. Not only are farms moving closer to urban areas, but they’re also getting creative in how ...

Food security is a global challenge and it’s only getting more critical, says Irving Fain, founder and CEO of Bowery, the vertical farming company using hydroponics and digital agriculture to ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Phil Lempert covers breaking news and trends in food and retail. Irving Fain is an indoor vertical farming pioneer who says, after ...

WASHINGTON — A fully automated production line at Greenswell Growers is allowing the Goochland County company to grow food year-round using 85% less water than traditional farming. During the day, ...

Picture growing fresh lettuce, herbs, and tomatoes in the heart of New York City, London, or Tokyo – not in traditional ...

Emily Chebeya harvests Irish potatoes from her farm in Endebess, Uasin Gishu County. [Harold Odhiambo, Standard] Over the years, post-hunter-gatherer societies have adopted modern agricultural ...