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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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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12/13/2023 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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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 article 7 months 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 article 8 months 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 article 8 months 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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08/21/2023 SOURCE: www.modernghana.com

The GMO Debate: Organic Versus Conventional Agriculture in Africa

WHAT THE NUMBERS TELL US It is estimated that agriculture accounts for 80 percent of global deforestation.

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07/24/2023 SOURCE: www.oregonlive.com

Rock star turned soil scientist channels ‘resistance’ through organic farming

On a recent Tuesday in July, James Cassidy he wore a lime green fedora with a single avocado earring and dirt-stained jeans.

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07/12/2023 SOURCE: www.openaccessgovernment.org

Organic soil amendments: Enhancing vegetable production & soil health in Puerto Rico

Ermita Hernandez Heredia, details enhancing vegetable production and soil health in Puerto Rico in this soil amendments particular focus

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