He says the method will not work everywhere. But where it succeeds, it offers farmers a new tool to crush an old enemy.
And thats the Agriculture Report from Learning English. Im Milagros Ardin.
And Im Jonathan Evans. You are listening to As It Is from Learning English.
The United States is one of the worlds leading agricultural powers. But few Americans are farmers. Agriculture reporter Bob Doughty tells us how Maryland is helping new farmers.
Government Program in Maryland Helps New Farmers
One recent study showed just two percent of the population with a job in agriculture. Yet small farms seem to be appearing in many areas to meet a growing demand for locally produced food.The people operating these farms often have little or no experience in farming.
Mark Mills once worked as a pastry chef. He decided to leave his secure job and turn to farming. He says his decision was based on two things: a strong interest in agriculture and his ignorance about what it takes to be a farmer. Mark Mills was a history major in college. All he knows about producing food comes from growing plants in his home garden and 26 years of working in restaurants. So why did he become a farmer?
Well, its beautiful. Why wouldnt you want to come to work here? Im my own boss. But really, its my love of food.
In recent years, many Americans have developed a taste for fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables. The number of farmers markets has increased over 50 percent in the past 10 years.
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