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Farmers Must Be Wary of Disguised Marketers
Livestock farmers are used to being under attack from radical fringe groups, but they now must be aware of organizations that extend a friendly hand with a marketing gimmick, but which also have other agendas.
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Lessons from Omnivore’s Dilemma
Lessons taken from Michael Pollan's book that underscore the importance of green living.
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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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Vertical Farming
The last place you would expect to encounter groups of round-bellied pigs and rows of sun-sweetened corn is amongst the giant, steely buildings of Manhattan.
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Volunteer on an Organic Farm
You can learn the basics of sustainable farming by exploring internship and volunteer opportunities with these organizations.
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What Are You Really Eating?
A review of Michael Pollan's latest book, "The Omnivore's Dilemma: A Natural History of Four Meals"
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A Review of "Grub”
A review of Anna Lappe and Bryant Terry's wholesome food guide/cookbook, "Grub: Ideas for an Urban, Organic Kitchen."
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Hit by a Farm by Catherine Friend
This hilarious look at the life of a farmer, told by a woman who follows her partner from the city to the farm, is both breathtakingly funny and poignant.
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Online Resources for Green Eating
A collection of Websites I've found helpful for learning more about sustainable food production and healthful eating habits.
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The butterfly industry
Butterfly conservatories house tropical species throughout the year thanks to farms that provide income for communities in countries like Costa Rica, Papua New Guinea and Malaysia.
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