Sustainability
Harvesting Change | Growing Roots in the KC Food System
The New Roots farmer training program is a four-year apprenticeship with Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas and Cultivate KC.
A ‘Green Glacier’ is Burying Prairies, Threatening Ranchers and Wildlife
A “Green Glacier” is grinding across the Great Plains, burying some of the most threatened habitat on the planet beneath dense junipers and shrubland.
Linda Hezel Harvests the Many Fruits of Her Labor
Linda Hezel, steward of Prairie Birthday Farm, has spent decades growing nutrient dense food while promoting biodiversity and regenerative farming practices.
Douglas County Commission Approves Massive Solar Project
Douglas County commissioners have approved a conditional use permit for a 600-acre solar project on prime farmland north of Lawrence.
Raymore Approves Deal Designed to Kill Kansas City Landfill
A controversial landfill proposed for south Kansas City is likely dead after Raymore approved a deal with developers designed to kill the project.