The Seeds Of Genetic Modification

By Harvest Public Media
Ames, IA — The vast majority of corn and soybeans in the US grow from seeds that have been genetically modified. How did it even become possible?
Read MoreDrought Raises Stakes On Republican River

By Grant Gerlock
Hardy, NE — Kansas and Nebraska’s dispute over the Republican River continues to head for a decision by the Supreme Court.
Read MoreCan Small Farms Do Business With The World’s Largest Retailer?

By Harvest Public Media
Columbia, MO — The world’s largest retailer is muscling in on one of the fastest growing segments of American agriculture, but small family farms aren’t necessarily seeing the benefits.
Read MoreNew Year, Same Old Drought

By Grant Gerlock
Lincoln, NE — 2012 was a bad drought year for Nebraska, but 2013 could be even worse according to Michael Hayes, director of the National Drought Mitigation Center.
Read MoreCellulosic Ethanol Is Coming, Future Uncertain

By Harvest Public Media
Nevada, Iowa — About a decade ago, concerns about energy independence, greenhouse gas emissions, and the need to boost rural economies led Congress to launch policies in support of biofuels.
Read MorePipeline siting law challenged; landowners divided

By Fred Knapp
Lincoln, NE- Nebraska environmental officials are evaluating the latest route proposed for the Keystone XL oil pipeline.
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