By day he worked as an iron merchant – but by night, Thomas Garrett helped thousands escape slavery as a station master on the Underground Railroad.

Jewish refugees arrive in the UK, money is given to them, refugees eating in large dining hall / refugee children, teens given training on farm.

The FT gets hands on with smaller bots that promise to protect soil quality, reduce the use of pesticides and boost agricultural productivity. They could eventually change the industry and the landscape beyond recognition.

Potting up tomato seedlings into larger containers before planting them in the garden encourages stronger root development, resulting in healthier plants and a more bountiful tomato harvest. This technique, particularly beneficial in...

It started in England and reached its peak in America. The Industrial Revolution is a period of history that began in the early 18th century and has carried through our modern times. This video talks about the exploitation of children...

The American Revolution was a war that involved many different people and forced Native Americans to choose sides. This is the story of Continental Army hero, Peter Harris.

A dairy farmer reflects on his family's generational commitment to dairy farming, tracing back to his grandfather who practiced organic farming before it was officially recognized. Emphasizing the hard work and dedication required to...

The advancement in flour milling technology by major mills enabled the production and distribution of flour with longer shelf life, leading to the decline of small local grist mills. These industrial mills removed the germ and bran for...

Learn more about life on the plains with the photography of Frank Sadorus.

Adam Wolf, founder and CEO of Arable Labs, describes the future of food production. Arable Labs, an NSF-funded small business, has developed a crop and weather sensor that delivers real-time, precision weather information straight to...

Highlighting the economic and sensory benefits of home cooking, this piece argues that dishes like pot roast and soups not only save money but also create lasting family memories. It champions cooking at home for control over quality,...

Old MacDonald Had a Farm! Nursery songs for children. Come visit the animals and learn the sounds they make! Toddler songs! 'Old MacDonald had a farm, E I E I O,' And on his farm he had some chicks, E I E I O. With a chick chick here and...

This video describes a Norse farmhouse, showing the animals they kept and the food they grew and ate including the ever-important ale.

Dedicated to preserving ancient grain varieties, a farmer collaborates with the Kusa Seed Foundation to cultivate and maintain old, traditional types of wheat such as einkorn and emmer. This endeavor not only aims to safeguard the...

Urban fruit gleaning initiatives aim to rescue unused fruit from city trees, redistributing it to those in need. This process not only provides fresh produce to low-income individuals but also strengthens community bonds and reduces food...

A homesteader shares how permaculture principles transform her backyard into a self-sustaining ecosystem, integrating chicken coops, vegetable gardens, and ponds to create a harmonious, functional space. She emphasizes the importance of...

Throughout time, the American dairy industry has been in desperate need of workers and this attracts immigrants from all over the world. This story begins in the home of an immigrant family as they start their workday. Listen to learn...

The video features a farmer discussing the benefits of planting forage soybeans with corn as a strategy to enhance soil health and reduce the need for synthetic fertilizers. This sustainable practice, which yields considerable corn...

A passionate salt maker shares his journey from Scandinavia back to the Pacific Northwest, where he began harvesting ocean water to create high-quality, handcrafted sea salt. Emphasizing the importance of origin, water quality, and the...

Is there such a thing as "good debt"? And how could something good cause so many issues? On top of this is there any way that we could just run an economy without debt and would we be better off for doing so. Well, it turns out we...

A farmer shares his journey of cultivating a small experimental patch of sunflowers into a vibrant 9-acre bird sanctuary that blooms throughout the season, offering sanctuary to birds and joy to the community. This endeavor, blending...

Sandor Katz discusses the widespread and historical significance of fermentation, addressing misconceptions about it being a mere trend. He emphasizes its fundamental role in human diets and its resurgence as part of a broader movement...

The tutorial introduces the proper grip for handling a chef's knife, highlighting the importance of pinching the bolster or blade for increased control. It emphasizes the correct posture for the guiding hand to ensure safety, using the...

In Middleton, Wisconsin, a small business is expanding on ways to make everything from biopesticides to vaccines – all on the surface of leaves! How does this innovative approach to chemical manufacturing help us use the greenest, most...