Researchers, patients optimistic in fight against alpha-gal syndrome
A support group and a lab in the St. Louis area provide resources for people with the allergy to mammal products — and evidence that its effects can be reversed.
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The outlook for U.S. soy growers
New Desk reporting explores the impact of tariffs, and what happened when China stops buying U.S. soybeans
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The duck hunters in the “poor line” pay into wetland conservation
In Missouri, the daily drawings at the poor line are crucial to prevent overcrowding. But they also help protect the state’s wetlands and the migratory birds that depend on them along the Mississippi Flyway. Desk reporter Héctor Alejandro Arzate explains.
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An aurora spectacle connects the river basin. This Giving Tuesday, support the Ag & Water Desk.
As cover crop use grows, efforts arise to help farmers stick with the practice
Cost, logistics, and limited funding are reasons farmers might quit using cover crops. Desk reporter Olivia Cohen explains efforts to help them stick with it.
Tariffs and trade impacts across the Basin
Local stories on trade and tariff-related issues from Arkansas to Iowa
How the Basin utilizes SNAP benefits
Local stories on SNAP impacts during the government shutdown, as food banks see increased demand, and some step up to help their neighbors
A tool tracking billion dollar disasters is active again after being retired by Trump administration
Desk reporter Héctor Alejandro Arzate explores the impacts of the U.S. Billion Dollar Weather and Climate Disasters database.
Building connection across the Mississippi Basin
Launching our annual fundraising campaign, and how you can support the important work of the Ag & Water Desk
Two new Expert Journalists join the Desk
Kathleen Davis of Science Friday and Michael Hawthorne of the Chicago Tribune join the Ag & Water Desk as Expert Journalists