Articles related to "Organics"



Beyond Organics
“Beyond Organics :even the most chemical free chicken doesn’t do the environment any good if is trucked 2000 km from farm to market”
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Organics Reducing Climate Change
Organic farming lessens the effects of climate change. Urs Niggli of the Research Institute of Organic Agriculture (FiBL) calls for increased support.
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Review of SuiteU Course - Ecological Gardening: Organics and Beyond
Take a quick tour of SuiteU Environment School Course - Ecological Gardening: Organics and Beyond. One of the reasons I started writing for the Suite in the Environment Community was I did not just want to talk about the care and feeding/breeding of lizards (which would put this Topic in Pets), but of their environment and behaviour and its effect on us and our environment. Suite101 has an excellent Environment Community, and this also reaches into SuiteU. As I expand my own limited horizon, I have been sampling the courses in the School of Environment, and want to share with you my revelations.
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Green Eating in a Faux Green World
A look at some of the factors that go into a green and healthful diet.
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Making Wise Choices or........
Natural foods in Europe and UK. Programming by marketing companies and the effect of synthetic foods on health.
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Organic Standards
The Organic Standards have created some controversy, so I thought I'd put my two cents in. I feel both sides need to change their attitudes. The USDA needs to listen to the National Organics Standards Board, and the organic producers need to support the standards.
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Permaculture Ethics
Without permanent agriculture there is no possibility of stable social order.
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Responsible Organic Gardening
Organics is becoming more than just growing a few vegetables in the back yard or choosing spotty and grotty fruit from the local market: .
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Using Insecticides Part 1
Discussing the use of pesticides and herbicides and how we need to rationalise our way of thinking in how we use them.
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Using Insecticides Part 2
continuing this important discussion on the use of pesticides in our society and the alternatives to chemicals.
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Who Says It's Organic
Who oversees organic producers? How do we know our food is grown organically? There are national bodies but internationally IFOAM lays down the basic rules.
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Where on Earth...? How To Find Organic Gardening Products
Want to get started in organic gardening but can't find the products you need? They're more readily available than you think...
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Ready for Organic Quilting?
Conventional quilting fabric, threads, and batting are made with heavy doses of toxic herbicides, pesticides, and dyes. But now there's an eco-friendlier way to quilt.
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Success with Carrots & Beets
Learn how to grow carrots and beets so that you have a delectable harvest well into the fall & winter
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Time to Start Your Tomatoes
Tomatoes are so easy to grow from seed. Not only are the savings great, but you have a much better selection when growing from seed.
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Urban Vegetable Gardening
Think you have no room for a vegetable garden? You'll be surprised what you can grow in even the smallest space
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Organic Baby Products & Toys
An expert offers tips for keeping your baby healthy and safe. Toys and products that are organic, natural and lead-free, chemical-free and BPA-free can often help.
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Paths to Nowhere
Teaching children about organic produce; ideas to grow small plots of organic produce in school areas; harmful effects on childrens minds and health by TV advertising
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UNIQUE GARDENING COURSES AT BARGAIN PRICES
Use it or loose it. To stay healthy, we need both physical and mental exercise. Life-long learning goes a long way in promoting a healthy lifestyle. That's only one reason to sign up for the Suite University courses.
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Creating a Personal H(e)aven
Create a personal haven in your own backyard with tips from Suite U course, "Ecological Gardening: Organics and Beyond."
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Chantenay Carrots
Someone asked me about Chantenay carrots the other day. Her grin as I launched into my spiel told me she knew I'd be the one to ask.
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Absolute Spa at Park Royal Mall, BC
This day spa in West Vancouver offers massage, detox, anti aging, facials, cellulite services, water treatment, pedicures, manicures and spa products.
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Buying Turkey Direct From The Farmer
Researching poultry farmers online and asking around at the local farmers market can bring dividends in buying poultry including turkey direct from the farmer.
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How to Save Money on Groceries
With grocery prices rising, everyone wants to save money. Buying in bulk, substituting items and meatless meals are some ways to save at the register.
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Lawn Fertilizer – Organic or Synthetic
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Plant Health Care, Part 4- A Fertilizer Primer
The vast array of fertilizer products on the market today is a confusing web of claims and facts. How do you sort through this babble? Check out this article as a start to understanding what fertilizer terminology is all about.
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The Healing Garden
Come into the healing garden and discover what may be the next natural cure for depression, anxiety attack, OCD and more revealed. Unbelievable, cheap as dirt discovery!
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Allergy Free Organic Wine
California farmer produces truly organic, allergy free wines.
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Soil Fertility in the Vegetable Garden
Organic fertilizers are a wonderful source of nutrients for your vegetable garden. They release slowly and provide a full spectrum of nutrients for a healthy crop.
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Weeds In Your Lawn: Stop Lamenting and Start Preventing
Preventing lawn weeds now will save you time and effort later.
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Easter Bunny and the Bilby
The common symbol of Easter the Easter bunny is being replaced by the Easter Bilby in Australia. The rabbit introduced by the first settlers became a plague pest whereas
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Paraben-Free Cosmetics
Personal care companies are removing parabens from their products due to possible links between these xenoestrogens & breast cancer, weight gain & fetal abnormalities.
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Ruminations on the Organic Label
The new USDA Final Rule on organic farming is problematic. What I learned at a recent organic farming conference disturbed me, particularly when major players in the organics movement are actually talking about leaving and finding something else to call eco-farming.
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Farmers' Market or Walmart?
Our new Farmers’ Market opened last week. Amidst bricklayers, commuters, mesclun greens, I spoke with the Federation Exec. Dir. about the value of public markets.
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Assembling Your Organic Arsenal
Organic gardening isn't rocket science, but it can be a little confusing. Here's a basic primer of products that'll keep your garden strong as well as non-toxic.
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Karla's Tips - Vitamins and Minerals
Karla continues her answers to questions on natural meds. Find out the answers to her most frequently asked questions on Vitamins and Minerals.
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Press Release: NURSE-OWNED COMPANY MEETS HOLLYWOOD MOVIE MAKERS
Press Release. Nurse-owned company designs meet the needs of a Hollywood movie maker.
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Saltwater Filtration Systems: Canister filters
The cannister filter for salt water filtration.

Go Organic
Chemical toxins in our foods upset the body's balance and may cause serious health problems. Learn why choosing organic foods may help prevent health issues in the future
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Grow a Sweet Potato Vine
This article gives simple directions for starting a sweet potato vine.
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The Green Home Makeover, Part 1
A do and don't guide for what to keep in a green home's pantry or cupboard.
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A day at the organic Gloucester Farmer's Market
Meeting and interviewing farmers at Gloucester organic market.
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Intro. 2 Organic Hydroponics pt.1!
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Organic Technology
Description of Organic Technology
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Saltwater Filtration Systems: Protein skimmers
The Protien skimmer as filtration for a salt water aquarium
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Children Toiletries for Airplanes
With the new restrictions against liquids on airplanes, it can be tough to travel with children who have a knack for getting dirty. These toiletries will clear security.
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Made from Earth Organic Skin Care Line
Made from Earth is an organic and chemical free skin care line that uses organic produce and plants to solve skin care problems.
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Sechuan Buttons
New to the culinary scene in the US, these small flowers have been used in sushi, cocktails, seafood dishes, sauces and more. Their taste is both citrusy, spicy and cool.
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Seven Tips for Saltwater Tanks
There are many details of which to be mindful in the saltwater aquarium hobby, but if you forget the big picture, your efforts may be doomed to failure.
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The Green Consumer
A guide to online resources to help consumers make informed, greener decisions about the companies they buy from.
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