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University of Missouri journalism graduate Josh Mason discovered his passion for agriculture during a rural practicum. Now, he bridges the urban-rural divide by reporting on agrarian policy, technology, and the untold stories of farmers.

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Robots & Drones: The New Tools for Mountain Farmers

The topography of the Appalachian Highlands—characterized by steep grades, fragmented pastureland, and variable microclimates—has historically limited the efficiency of conventional mechanized agricul...

Josh Mason
January 30, 2026
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Registration Now Open for ASAP’s 2026 Business of Farming Conference

Registration is open now for the annual event for professional and aspiring farmers. ASHEVILLE, NC (Jan. 14, 2026)—The 23rd annual Business of Farming Conference, presented by ASAP (Appalachian Sustai...

Josh Mason
January 24, 2026
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A Successful Small Business Saturday on Bristol’s State St.

The Spirit of Small Business Saturday If you were anywhere near Bristol this past Saturday, November 29, 2025, you didn’t just see a market; you felt a movement. The energy wasn’t that fra...

Josh Mason
December 2, 2025
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The Genuine Folks of the Lebanon Farmers Market Community

LEBANON, Va. — The air in Lebanon on a market day is thick with more than just the scent of ripe tomatoes. It carries a sense of community and quiet pride from people who work with their hands to nurt...

Josh Mason
August 5, 2025
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Master Gardener Programs Empower Passionate People

What Exactly Do They Do? Hello, mountain gardeners and nature lovers! Have you ever admired the lush greenery of the Appalachian Highlands and wished you could create a similar oasis? You’re in ...

Josh Mason
July 23, 2025
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Top 5 New Farm Equipment Technologies Revolutionizing Agriculture in 2025

Farmers are no strangers to innovation, but 2025 is shaping up to be a milestone year for agricultural equipment. With climate concerns, labor shortages, and rising costs, the industry is adopting cut...

Josh Mason
June 2, 2025
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Featured Posts

1T50 Drone Spraying
Robots & Drones: The New Tools for Mountain Farmers
January 30, 2026
2Cut Pawpaw
Reviving the Pawpaw: Appalachia’s Lost Delicacy is Back Now
January 28, 2026
3A distant figure in the Ice
The Sounds of an Appalachian Neighborhood on Ice
January 27, 2026

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