Kara Hoving

23 posts
Kara Hoving is a writer and policy advocate specializing in sustainable food systems and climate change communication. She helps nonprofits tell solutions-based stories that build momentum for positive change. Kara holds a Bachelor of Science in environmental science from the University of Iowa and a Master of Environmental Management from Yale University.

Silvopasture Stories

May 1, 2026
Silvopasture intentionally integrates trees, animals, and pasture into a single functioning system that offers innumerable benefits to both the farm’s bottom line and the health and resilience of the land. Silvopasture experts and practitioners share the secrets to designing a successful silvopasture system at any scale.
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Land for the Common Good

May 1, 2026
Access to affordable farmland is one of the top challenges facing new and beginning farmers, especially farmers of color. Commons offer a potential solution - a new model for land ownership that helps bridge the gap from one generation of farmers to the next.
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Transitioning to Organic: Lessons from TendWell Farm

April 9, 2026
Getting your farm certified as USDA Organic takes time, investment, and careful planning — but can bring big payoffs for your farm. Danielle Hutchinson of TendWell Farms, the largest organic farm in Western NC, shares some lessons learned about organic certification.
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Feeding Kids, Fighting Cuts

December 21, 2025
After facing losses from USDA's local food program cuts in 2025, farmer Chris Muse remains committed to feeding students and providing local food for his Louisiana community.
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