The Boston Tea Party was a bold beginning to the American revolution. Now, Massachusetts once again leads the way to more freedom for Americans. A recent “teat party” was inspired by the original revolt, yet was a fundraiser rather than a protest.
Stanley Fishman writes on his blog today about the soil renewal one farmer is becoming famous for, John Wood, is his name. Vote for John for sustainable hero on my blog today.
Dairy farmer, Mark McAfee has reconnected to his consumer, and is passionate about helping people get well through vital nutrition.
Holly Hickman, Sustainablesuppers.com blogger now offers her readers an eBook, Healthy Eats Here! a dining guide of sustainable sourcing, small farm supporting restaurants.
Cattlemen tell the U.S. Senators that three weaknesses in our food policies are causing food safety crisis: industrial production, international standards, and the HACCP strategy.
Sound U.S. Food Safety Standards were Weakened When Congress Acquiesced to International Standards that Prohibit It From Targeting Food Safety Problems Originating in Foreign Countries with Stricter Standards says Max Thornsberry, President of R-CALF.
Homesteader, Chrys Ostrander suggests Consumer Groups supporting the food safety bill, need to make their support contingent on protecting small farms.
The founder of a Pennsylvania Farmers market, Tom Maurer speaks out against the food safety bills, saying they veil a hidden marketing agenda.
War of the Titans: DuPont vs. Monsanto–The Washington Times exclusive, right below the masthead, headline last Tuesday, August 18, 2009: Monsanto chief accuses rival DuPont of deceit. Seems these bio-tech titans are suing and counter suing each other over patent rights. Monsanto is accusing DuPont of lying and smearing their name, and backing an anti-Monsanto “special interest” group. DuPont is blasting Monsanto for their underhanded, strong arm, anti-competitive practices.
Raw Milk Dairying—A Continental Perspective An Opinion Editorial by Kimberly Hartke Alice Jongerden, a British Columbia dairy farmer, provides her shareholders milk as dividends. And, now she finds herself in a heap of trouble with the Canadian government. Around 250 families are dependent on her for a staple in their daily diet. They believe in [...]
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