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TOPIC(S): Organic, Human Health,

04/09/2024 SOURCE: www.nbcwashington.com

Boulder, a natural food haven, fosters a new generation of wellness entrepreneurs

Boulder, Colorado, is a hub for the natural and wellness industry, driven by a culture of healthy living and appreciation for entrepreneurship.

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TOPIC(S): Agriculture US, Organic,

04/04/2024 SOURCE: www.agriculture.com

Wisconsin organic farm goes for $16,250 per acre

This transaction and others caught the attention of farmland analyst Dave Price at the beginning of this year.

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TOPIC(S): Organic, GMO's, CRISPR/Gene Editing, Ag Europe,

03/28/2024 SOURCE: geneticliteracyproject.org

German professor calls country's organic lobbyists 'dishonest' for hyping potential dangers of gene-edited crops

Up to €50 million has to be invested in an approval process for GM plants, and the smaller plant breeding companies are throwing in the towel, explained . The high admission hurdles are politically and socially desired. If these were reduced, smaller breeding companies would also have a chance.

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TOPIC(S): Pesticides, Organic, Pest Control,

03/26/2024 SOURCE: phys.org

New research shows unintended harms of organic farming

Organic farming is often touted as a more sustainable solution for food production, leveraging natural forms of pest control to promote eco-friendly cultivation.

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TOPIC(S): Organic, Beyond Organic , Plant Breeding,

03/26/2024 SOURCE: scitechdaily.com

The Future of Farming – Chemists Discover Safe Pesticide for Organic Agriculture

Researchers have discovered that rose essential oil stimulates defense genes in tomatoes and draws in predators of herbivores, thereby protecting the plants. Plants-derived essential oils (EOs) find applications in various industries, such as detergents, cosmetics, pharmacology, and food additives.

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TOPIC(S): Organic, USDA,

12/14/2023 SOURCE: www.kpax.com

USDA awards grant to Huson farm for organic vegetables and flowers

County Rail Farm in Huson recently received a grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to help them grow.

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TOPIC(S): Organic, Food/Nutrition, GMO's,

09/28/2023 SOURCE: www.news18.com

The Nutritional Benefits of Organic Food: A Comprehensive Guide - News18

Organic food is grown without synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, and genetically modified organisms (GMOs).

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Nancy Kavazanjian
shared this 2 article 2 years ago
Topics: Organic, Beyond Organic , Food/Nutrition,

I'm a Harvard researcher, this is why buying 'organic' food is a con

There is no evidence proving that organic food is any healthier than conventionally grown options, Harvard University professor Dr Robert Paalberg claims.

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Randy Krotz
shared this 2 article 2 years ago
Topics: Pesticides, Organic, Vegetables,

Are your organic vegetables and fruits truly pesticide-free?

While it is expected that vegetables and fruits in the open market may have pesticide residue, the presence of these harmful chemicals in supposedly organic produce is particularly concerning.

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Nancy Kavazanjian
shared this 2 article 2 years ago
Topics: Organic, CRISPR/Gene Editing,

The Organic Sectors ‘Zero Tolerance’ Approach to Gene-Editing May Seal Its Own Demise

The rejection of gene editing by the organic lobby makes less sense every day—and even some of the industry’s best friends are starting to appreciate the case for this important new technology. Gen…

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