Category Archives: Industrial Farming

Urban Farming Promoters Look to Transform Food Production

Posted on October 17, 2015 by Lakritz Family Farm

Urban farming is still in it’s infancy but there are plenty of  efforts to bring food production into our cities and closer to the populations we are trying to feed. These newfangled farming methods combine urban buildings, new technology, hydroponics, and … Continue reading →

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It’s “Engineered” So Don’t Call Them “GMO” Crops

Posted on May 5, 2015 by Lakritz Family Farm

In March, UC Davis professor Pamela Ronald gave a scientific argument in favor of the idea that genetically engineered (not “genetically modified”) crops will be an important tool in the future of world food production. In fact, she says engineered food will be critical to … Continue reading →

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The Great American Wheat Harvest

Posted on April 29, 2015 by Lakritz Family Farm

Ever wonder where your bread comes from and how it gets there? Check this out: The Great American Wheat Harvest Trailer 

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