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Hiram Jensen

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Iowa State Agronomy graduate Hiram Jensen pivoted from farming to journalism to address the industry's information gap. He now equips farmers with data-driven insights on markets, climate, and policy to help them thrive in a complex landscape.

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Attain Agribusiness Triumph: Proven Organic Farming Methods for Bountiful Returns

Honaker, VA – For years, “organic farming” evoked images of traditional methods and a return to simpler times. While core principles like soil health, biodiversity, and natural pest contro...

Hiram Jensen
June 4, 2025
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U.S. Government Set to Aid Farmers

The U.S. government is actively implementing various programs and initiatives to bolster the agricultural sector, focusing on financial relief, risk management, and fostering sustainable practices. A ...

Hiram Jensen
June 3, 2025
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Tariff Tensions Resurface: Economists Warn of Renewed Strain on American Farmers

As former President Donald Trump signals a return to sweeping tariffs in a potential second term, economists are raising red flags about the implications for American agriculture. Drawing on lessons f...

Hiram Jensen
June 3, 2025
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Best Practices for Growing Corn

Growing corn successfully requires attention to timing, soil conditions, and ongoing care. Begin by selecting a site with full sunlight and well-draining, fertile soil. Corn thrives in loamy soil with...

Hiram Jensen
June 2, 2025
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2025 Farmers Market Regulations in Tennessee and Virginia

June 2, 2025 Farmers markets in Tennessee and Virginia are undergoing significant regulatory changes aimed at enhancing food safety and clarifying the sale of hemp-derived products. Tennessee Implemen...

Hiram Jensen
June 2, 2025
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1The restored Carl Barckhoff Organ from the 1890s - Photo by Daniel K Smith
Breathing Life Into the Pipes at Grace Lutheran Church
May 4, 2026
2Family at the table with dinner
Theology of the Table and the Slow Food Revival
May 1, 2026
3Busy indoor market or fair in a large white warehouse-like hall, people browsing tables of goods at vendor booths.
Massive Crowds Love the 2026 Kingsport Farmers Market
April 30, 2026

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