Category: The Sown Economy— a page dedicated to examining the intersection between sustainability and economics
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Impacts of Immigration Policies on Agriculture and Households
Around two-thirds of American farmworkers are immigrants, many of whom are legally undocumented. As of now, these individuals have played critical roles amongst
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U.S. Tariffs and the Agricultural Fallout
President Donald Trump’s tariff policies, aimed primarily at addressing trade deficits and revitalizing U.S. manufacturing has significantly impacted American agriculture and farmers. Although
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Why Have Grocery Costs Gone Up?
Grocery prices are rising quickly, with many suffering from the steep cost of basic necessities. Yet, why is this the case? Since 2020,
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Feeding the Future: Plant-Based Alternatives
The global food system is under increasing pressure from climate change and a projected population surge to nearly 10 billion by 2050. In
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Biofortification: Farming for a Healthier World
In the late 1990s, farmers began using a method called biofortification to increase the quality and sometimes the yield of crops. In this
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Recent Environmental Laws and Policies in New Jersey
Recent legislative and policy developments in New Jersey demonstrate a significant commitment to advancing environmental sustainability and public health. A key focus involves
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Strengthening Nutrition Assistance Programs in New Jersey
The 2025 Farm Bill will have significant ramifications for the country’s nutrition assistance programs, placing greater concentration on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
