A new wave of farmers bet on agroforestry in the U.S. Midwest

Monoculture agriculture, such as wheat and soybean plantations, have caused ecological and economic problems for farmers in the U.S. Midwest. A single good annual crop often means investing in pesticides and fertilizers, eroding the soil and depending on the weather. Agroforestry has emerged as a sustainable alternative for some farmers in the Midwest. It is a less invasive practice that promotes biodiversity and crop resilience. It also diversifies farmers’ profits, by providing them with additional harvests like fruits and nuts. Read more at: