Kara Hoving

30 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.

Advocates Assemble!

September 16, 2026
They may not be battling space aliens or leaping tall buildings in a single bound, but North Carolina farmers are teaming up to tackle an even bigger challenge: fixing the regional food system. RAFI is teaming up with farmers from across the state to give NC producers a voice in policy decisions that shape the agricultural landscape.
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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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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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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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