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Farm Aid Concert 2006
Willie Nelson, Neil Young, John Mellencamp and Dave Matthews headlined the 2006 Farm Aid Concert. Farm Aid is the USA's leading family farm advocacy organization.
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Change Begins at Home.
part two in our look at alternative food systems
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FALL FUN ON THE FAMILY FARM
Having fun on the farm back in the good ole days may have involved hayrides, ice skating, corn-husking parties, and various activities held at the local one-roomed-school house or at home.
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Going Organic: Part Two
Size does matter and in this instance small is better.
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Out of the Past Our Future.
The final part in the history of agriculture series.
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The Family Farm
If the family farm disappears or becomes consumed by the agri-industrial food giants then we not only lose part of our heritage, but an intimate connection to the source of all that we eat.
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The Family Farm
Agriculture is the cornerstone of a strong, viable, healthy and sustainable community.
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Farmers Markets in USA
Get a farm fresh fruit, vegetable in your home town with this list of fruit vegetable market locations across the U.S.. Fruit and vegetable fresh from the farmers market!
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Humane Treatment Of Animals Up For A Vote
California voters are considering whether to vote for a measure that would force factory farms to provide larger cages and pens for animals.
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An Italian Love Story
A visit to the Tenuta Torciano estate in San Gimignano with the winemaker, Pierluigi Giachi.
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Farm Aid Rocked Day, Night
Did you miss the best show in the state? If you missed Farm Aid 2003, held near Columbus on Sept. 7, you might have. Willie Nelson--and some top-name entertainers who might surprise you-- played like farmers work, all day and half the night.
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Heirloom Varietal Rice and Holiday Meals
Heirloom rice, sustainably farmed by the Koda Family. Delicious product with a rich history - of American farming traditions, an immigrant's innovation and perseverance.
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Robert Frost's Hyla Brook
Frost was a master writer of "tricky poems"; he claimed that "The Road Not Taken" was a tricky poem, but many of his others are just as tricky, including "Hyla Brook."
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2006 Farm Aid Concert Update
Information about Farm Aid, Farm Aid concert, food drive, grants for farmers, and the organization's mission, as well as Willie Nelson's biodiesel company.
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Farmer vs GM Seed Corporations
Farmers and consumers are losing in battles re: genetically modified organisms (GMO) and GM seeds. I cite 2 court cases against farmers & a study showing nutrient loss.
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Vancouver Island's Amusé Bistro
Amusé Bistro is an outstanding addition to the Island restaurant scene being called "the best restaurant in the Cowichan Valley" by late chef and author, James Barber.
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2008's Best Food Finds - Year in Review
Looking forward the Amercian Culinary Federation's top chefs count S/O/L/E food in the top ten trends for 2009. Our top food finds in 2008 show prescience, or luck.
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Q&A: Safe vegetables
After seeing the FDA unravel the origin of salmonella-tainted produce this summer, veggie lovers can ease their concerns by asking these questions at the Farmers Market.
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Bartholomew "Bat" Masterson
Bat Masterson was one of the most renowned "Lawmen of the Old West" but was not the cold-blooded killer that so many false legends and counterfeit reports claimed.
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Jesse James
Forget all the myths learned about Jesse James. Most aren't true. Learn what really drove the outlaw to rob banks. Jesse James is the last rebel of the Civil War.
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Slash--Down Home Bloodshed
Poor Richard's Almanac never covered THIS....
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Acts of Subversion
Suggestions from Thomas F. Pawlick's book, "The End of Food," on how to avoid the products of a dysfunctional agriculture industry
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Farm Aid! Should You Care?
Do you care what is happening to many of our greatest heroes in America - the American Farmers? Willie Nelson does and he proves it through the Farm Aid Concerts he puts together with some of his friends.

African-American Children's Authors
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Celebrate the Environment in April
Some of the eco-oriented events and environmental programs scheduled for April 2007
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Chief Joseph's War
The second part of a three-part examination of the life of Chief Joseph Brant. For more information on his early years, see part one.
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Consumers' Attitudes Toward Agriculture are Mostly Favorable
Consumers believe American farmers make a significant contribution to society, but are underpaid for it. Many also trust the safety of the nation's food supply.
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CyberChef Week's Special
Feature on Cyberchefs.Net
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Do You Know The Way To San Jose?
San Jose blossomed in the 1980s and 1990s as the core of the California computer-technology industry. But there's more there than silicon chips and microcircuits.
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Flooding the Sacandaga Made Even the Dead Move
The flood was coming with no way to stop it. The powers that be in Albany, NY, decreed there no longer would be a Sacandaga Valley, but a reservoir instead.
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Food and Wine Pairing in Vancouver
La Terrazza Restaurant and Peller Estates Winemakers hosted an evening of Italian gourmet food and Canadian wine in British Columbia.
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Garlic Two
I don’t mind promoting the use of garlic but aromatic special effects are unnecessary.
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Hayrides, Pumpkin Picking and Corn Mazes in Ohio
Autumn is a great time for family fun in Ohio. Celebrate the changing of seasons at one of these fun-filled events.
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Heifers Stroll in Brattleboro, VT
The Strolling of the Heifers is a fun, annual event that strives to raise awareness about Vermont agriculture and to earn money for youth-oriented education programs.
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Julie Krone: A Darn Good Jockey
Julie Krone retired after two decades, the winningest female jockey in history.
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Let's Talk Food: Responsibility
Each week Field to Table will examine the food chain and help you find the information you need to make decisions.
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Lets Talk Food
In addition, I wanted to lose weight and save money. I have managed to do both.
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Molokai
Introduction to Molokai
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More Books About Horses
Great horse stories with beautiful illustrations that will keep kids 4 to 8 enthralled. Both of these books make a great gift for all young horse lovers.
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Running Out Of Food?
You go to the grocery store only to find a mounting panic.
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The Greying of Agriculture: Farm Operators Aging
America's farm operators are aging, and fewer young people are entering the profession. See current statistics and plans for the future to combat this "greying" of agriculture.
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The Scottish Poet Robert Burns
Robert "Rabbie" Burns rose from humble beginnings to become renowned in 18th century literary circles. His poems and songs are still enjoyed today.
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Ukrainian Eggs: Pysanky
Pysanky, or Ukrainian decorated eggs, are an integral part of Ukrainian cultural tradition that date back to Pagan times.
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Wisconsin Movies: Red Betsy
The movie "Red Betsy" opened in Wisconsin in September. It was filmed on location in Wisconsin and is a story about Wisconsin. Wisconsin natives were responsible for the movie being made.
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Charting the Shire lines
Why is it that the Hobbits didn't overrun Eriador, and how, exactly, did they end up where they did end up? Their names and the Tale of Years provide a few clues that can provide a greater, if grimmer, picture of Hobbit society and history.
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A Run of Bad Luck in Reading
Stack of new fiction proves disappointing to veteran reviewer.
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ANNIE OAKLEY - “LITTLE SURE SHOT”
A biographical account of the life of Annie Oakley, Markswoman of Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show.
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Big Game Hunting on the Squirrel Preserves
Have you ever made friends with a squirrel?
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Book Review: Landscape of Farewell
Miller's 2007 Australian novel asks questions about man's connection with history and country.
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Can We End World Hunger?
First in a 4-part series
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