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Food Production Heading in the Right Direction
March 1st, 2013The US Farmers & Ranchers Alliance (USFRA) released findings of a new survey about Americans’ perceptions on food production.
Organic: A Real Food Choice
September 1st, 2012“Organic Farm: Please Do Not Spray.”
Along the winding driveway, through the field of organic sweet corn, these signs greet me as I approach the home and farm of Atina Diffley and her husband, Martin. Although the pair no longer farm on the property (they lease the land out to other organic farmers),
Atina Diffley shares her bounty of knowledge about the organic farming movement.
Health News: University of Wisconsin Plant Breeders Develop a Heart-Healthier Oat
July 1st, 2012University of Wisconsin-Madison plant breeders have developed a new oat variety that’s significantly higher in the compound that makes this grain so cardio-friendly.
Organic vs. Conventional Agriculture--Which is Better?
June 1st, 2012Can organic agriculture feed the world? A new study published in Nature concludes that organic crop yields are generally lower than conventional agriculture. This is particularly true for cereals, which are staples of the human diet. However, the yield gap is much less significant for other crops, such as soybeans and fruits.
Global Warming's Effect on Your Dinner Table
September 1st, 2008New research published in the journal Global Change Biology says that increased levels of greenhouse gases could decrease the nutritional values of several foods—including barley, wheat, soybeans, potatoes, and rice.
