Artist and researcher Maggie Coblentz fermented miso in orbit, chasing a deeper question: What makes a miso a miso—or a person a person—away from Earth?

The Miso That Went to Space

As we get ready to feed astronauts on the Moon and Mars, NASA scientists are figuring out how to build soil from scratch.

Space Farm

The space agency has a little-known agricultural arm that uses data from space to help solve problems on Earth. But they need to meet more farmers.

If You’re a Farmer, NASA Wants a Word

During a historically dry year for crops, the space agency is aiming to work more closely with the agricultural community.

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The Miso That Went to Space

Space Farm

If You’re a Farmer, NASA Wants a Word

NASA Asks Drought-Stricken Farmers: “How Can We Help?”