On a sunny December morning, Western Lombard points to a black walnut tree. It’s one of many native crops that grow on his farm in Millfield, which Lombard believes produce some underrated fruits: ...

In March, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) made a pivotal decision to terminate the Local Food Purchase Assistance (LFPA) Cooperative Agreement Program, a move that has sent ripples across ...

A USDA program to support local food systems was terminated due to budget cuts. The Heartland Regional Food Business Center helped small and midsized farms with market access and technical assistance.