Agriculture

Useful Tips for Growing Food in the Big City

November 25, 2015 by Philip Piletic
Last updated on: November 24, 2015

Living in the big city does not have to cause your green thumb to wilt. In fact, urban gardening projects are becoming more popular in these modern times, whether the gardening is done indoors, on a small patio outdoors, or… [read]

Corruption and Pork – Agricultural Boards Behaving Badly

November 23, 2015 by Kristina Martin
Last updated on: November 29, 2019

Pork. The other white meat. The incredible, edible egg. Beef. It’s what’s for dinner. The majority of Americans are probably familiar with these slogans. But have you ever heard, “Pork: Be Inspired?” Probably not, despite the three million dollar licensing… [read]

New Study Shows Children Should Eat Organic to Reduce Pesticide Levels

November 22, 2015 by Daniel Mezherit
Last updated on: November 20, 2015

For a long time, we have known that organophosphorus (OP) pesticides, like chlorpyrifos and diazinon, are bad for humans, as well as pests. Almost two decades ago, they began to be phased out for residential use due to the risks.… [read]

Genetically Modified Salmon Is On Its Way To Your Store

November 19, 2015 by Kristina Martin
Last updated on: November 19, 2015

If you enjoy salmon, eat your fill now. The Food and Drug Administration has announced approval for the first genetically modified animal for consumption, and it’s the Atlantic salmon…and the Pacific-Chinook salmon…and the ocean pout, a creature also known for… [read]

Formaldehyde in GMOs, Yet Another Unlisted Ingredient

October 31, 2015 by Joel Edwards
Last updated on: February 17, 2016

By policy, the FDA considers GMO foods to be substantially equivalent to their non-genetically modified counterparts, and to be generally recognized as safe. GMOs do after all, look very similar to their conventional counterparts and they are grown under somewhat… [read]

Celebrities Against GMOs

October 21, 2015 by Joel Edwards
Last updated on: October 29, 2015

Monsanto has spent a lot of money trying to fight state labeling laws. Despite millions of dollars and deceitful ad campaigns, they haven’t been entirely successful. Laws mandating GMO labeling came close to passing in Oregon, California, and Washington. Vermont… [read]

Seven Reasons Why Eating Vegan is Good for You

October 8, 2015 by Karen Bresnahan
Last updated on: October 8, 2015

A growing number of health-conscious and environmentally concerned people of all ages are adopting a vegan diet so they can live more efficiently and improve their overall health. A vegan diet promotes efficient living because it requires fewer resources to… [read]