Cami Koons
Reporter
Flatland contributor Cami Koons is a freelance journalist focusing on food chain and sustainability issues.
Stories by Cami Koons
Fed Up With Democrats and Republicans? How About an Independent for President?
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s third party candidacy for president threatens to split votes and alter the outcome of the 2024 election.
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.
Squirrel: It’s What’s for Dinner
Dozens recently gathered in Lawrence for a clinic about trapping, harvesting and cooking squirrel. The squirrel population has soared in recent decades.
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.
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.
Older Adults Embrace Vitality Through Dance
Vitality in Motion specializes in adaptive dance and adaptive yoga specifically designed for seniors.
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.