Rainfed Agriculture

Picture this: You’re standing in your field after another unpredictable rainy season, watching half your crop yield wash away with inconsistent rainfall patterns. Sound familiar? I’ve heard this story from dozens of farmers across the American Midwest, and honestly, it’s heartbreaking. But here’s the kicker—there’s a smarter way to farm that doesn’t leave you at … Read more

Last summer, I visited a farm in eastern Kansas where something unexpected caught my attention. While neighboring operations pumped thousands of gallons daily from irrigation systems, this farmer simply watched the sky. No diesel-powered pumps. No meter running. Just rain, soil, and centuries-old wisdom about working with nature rather than against it. That’s rainfed agriculture … Read more