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Black cotton: A Fabric Steeped in History and S...

When we think of cotton, images of pristine white fields and fluffy clouds often come to mind. However, there's a darker side to this ubiquitous material – literally. Black cotton,...

Black cotton: A Fabric Steeped in History and Shrouded in Mystery.

When we think of cotton, images of pristine white fields and fluffy clouds often come to mind. However, there's a darker side to this ubiquitous material – literally. Black cotton,...

Small but Mighty: How Cotton's Strength Rivals ...

Cotton’s remarkable strength and durability stem from its unique fiber structure, composed almost entirely of pure cellulose. This complex carbohydrate forms a crystalline structure that provides the fibers with rigidity...

Small but Mighty: How Cotton's Strength Rivals the Power of Ants

Cotton’s remarkable strength and durability stem from its unique fiber structure, composed almost entirely of pure cellulose. This complex carbohydrate forms a crystalline structure that provides the fibers with rigidity...

Denim's Second Life: The Circular Economy of Co...

  Denim, a fashion staple for generations, is undergoing a green revolution. As consumers become increasingly conscious of their environmental impact, the fashion industry is exploring innovative ways to reduce...

Denim's Second Life: The Circular Economy of Cotton

  Denim, a fashion staple for generations, is undergoing a green revolution. As consumers become increasingly conscious of their environmental impact, the fashion industry is exploring innovative ways to reduce...

Bridging Ideas and Tech: How Farm Tours Empower...

  Bill Bridgeforth recently opened his farm to around 200 farmers for a tour organized by the National Black Growers Council (NBGC). This marks the fifth time Bridgeforth has hosted...

Bridging Ideas and Tech: How Farm Tours Empower Black Farmers

  Bill Bridgeforth recently opened his farm to around 200 farmers for a tour organized by the National Black Growers Council (NBGC). This marks the fifth time Bridgeforth has hosted...

Biden Administration Allocates $2 Billion to Bl...

  The Biden administration has distributed over $2 billion in direct payments to Black and minority farmers discriminated against by the USDA, as announced on Wednesday. More than 23,000 farmers...

Biden Administration Allocates $2 Billion to Black and Minority Farmers for Past USDA Discrimination

  The Biden administration has distributed over $2 billion in direct payments to Black and minority farmers discriminated against by the USDA, as announced on Wednesday. More than 23,000 farmers...

Henry Blair: A Pioneer of Agricultural Innovation

    Henry Blair, a Maryland native born around 1807, was a significant figure in the history of African American innovation and agriculture. Despite facing the challenges of illiteracy and...

Henry Blair: A Pioneer of Agricultural Innovation

    Henry Blair, a Maryland native born around 1807, was a significant figure in the history of African American innovation and agriculture. Despite facing the challenges of illiteracy and...