With the ushering in of warmer weather and more sunny days come thoughts of fresh produce and access to many of our favorite fruits and vegetables from…
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Farming
Bringing Biotechnology to Life: An Educational Resource for Grades 7-10
Download the Curriculum “Bringing Biotechnology to Life” is a resource for science educators and others interested in learning more about biotechnology and its role in food production….
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Earth Day 2019: Taking Some Time for Soil Appreciation
It’s no secret that without soil, we cannot produce food. But how much do most of us know about the sustainable practices farmers undertake to avoid and…
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World Water Day 2019
Saving water from the “gate to the plate” and the “crop to the cup” is an important sustainability factor for farmers and food and beverage producers worldwide….
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The Conventional vs Organic Produce Boxing Ring: Round 2019
Here comes another list wanting you to pick a winner in what we call the “conventional versus organic fruits and veggies boxing ring.” But the latest Environmental…
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A Little Q&A on CRISPR Cows
While the majority of all our food has come from farms for hundreds of years, agricultural practices have changed over time, largely due to advances in farming technology. In…
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How’d This Get on My Plate: Breakfast
Good ol’ breakfast—it’s the meal many of us eat to start off our days in a healthy way. There are many great options for our first meal…
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Five Food Trends To Watch in 2019
Five Food Trends To Watch in 2019 Consumers Adopting an Origins-Focused Approach When Buying Food (Washington, D.C.) — While consumers cite broad aspects like taste, price and…
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What a Dairy Farmer Wants You to Know
Many healthy and delicious foods that come from cows, including milk, cheese and yogurt, are staples in many of our homes. While some people opt for cow’s…
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