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Representing the Puerto Rico’s Sustainable Agricultural Situation Accurately

Para leer este artículo en español, haga clic aquí. Last night I read this article that talks about the past, present and future of sustainable agriculture on Puerto Rico. The top of the article introduces us to a man named Raul Rosado who, like Paul and me, escaped his day job and got into farming. Also…

The Naled Assault—An Interview with Sadhu Govardhan

Para leer este artículo en español, haga clic aquí. Whether you are an occasional or frequent traveler to Puerto Rico, have never been but are considering visiting the island or you live here, you’ve no doubt heard or read about the Zika virus. If you’re a fan of mainstream media, you have probably read that…

Rest in Peace, Amani Ratliff

My friend Gideon, who used to live on a farm, once told me that farming with animals can be summarized this way, “extreme highs followed by extreme lows.” In the six years since we started farming, the overwhelming majority of our experiences can fall into the “extreme highs” category. Every so often tragedy strikes and…

Do You Know where that Chicken and Fish Really Came From? The Ugly and Graphic Truth about Our Food Production Industry

The first time I tell someone I am a vegetarian, the conversation is almost always the same. Sometimes I am surprised, but usually not. “Can I ask you a question?” I know the question that’s coming. “Why are you a vegetarian? Is it for health reasons? I ask because I only eat chicken and fish.”…

Before You Kill Those “Pests” on Your Farm, Shouldn’t You Know Why They Exist?

When you start an organic farm, the land you cultivate will become a great environment for more than just the plants and animals you intended to grow. You will find a large number of creatures attracted to your real estate, some of whom were there long before you, and others who find your newly cultivated…