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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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Virginia Tech Secures $3.5M for New Composting Facility

BLACKSBURG, Va. — The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality has committed nearly $8 million to something most people don’t think about much—at least not until it smells: food waste and th...

Josh Mason
April 21, 2026
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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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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

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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