For all intents and purposes, climate change is not going to be good news for agriculture. Studies have shown that it will likely reduce crop … The Unexpected Reaction Farmers Could Have To Climate ChangeRead more
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Harms Caused by Atrazine, Roundup Will Be Fully Assessed, Mitigated
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will analyze the impacts of atrazine and glyphosate — the two most commonly used pesticides in the United States … Harms Caused by Atrazine, Roundup Will Be Fully Assessed, MitigatedRead more
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Glyphosate, The Active Ingredient of Monsanto’s Roundup Herbicide
Glyphosate, the active ingredient in Monsanto’s Roundup herbicide, was once used only sparingly. It had to be, as the herbicide kills basically any plant it … Glyphosate, The Active Ingredient of Monsanto’s Roundup HerbicideRead more
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European Parliament votes to ban most uses of glyphosate
The European Parliament adopted a resolution strongly opposing the Commission’s proposal to reapprove the controversial weedkiller glyphosate for use in Europe for 15 years. The … European Parliament votes to ban most uses of glyphosateRead more
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Rock Legend Neil Young Takes His Anti-Monsanto Message on the Road
Grammy Award-winning artist Neil Young has been a powerful presence in music for the past 50 years. In addition to his artistic career, Young has … Rock Legend Neil Young Takes His Anti-Monsanto Message on the RoadRead more
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Monsanto Profits Drop 25% AGAIN as Farmers, Individuals go Organic
Biotech giant Monsanto reported multiple profit-plummets in 2015 relating to sales for both its genetically modified crop creations and its best-selling herbicide, Roundup. Once again, … Monsanto Profits Drop 25% AGAIN as Farmers, Individuals go OrganicRead more
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New study finds clear differences between organic and non-organic milk and meat
Organic milk and meat contain around 50% more beneficial omega-3 fatty acids than conventionally produced products, new research has shown. Key findings: • both organic … New study finds clear differences between organic and non-organic milk and meatRead more
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GMOs And “Unremitting Fraud” In India
A petition has been filed by activist and campaigner Aruna Rodrigues against three persons of the Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee (GEAC). The GEAC is India’s … GMOs And “Unremitting Fraud” In IndiaRead more
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Agricultural policies in Africa could be harming the poorest
Agricultural policies aimed at alleviating poverty in Africa could be making things worse, according to research by the University of East Anglia (UEA). Published this … Agricultural policies in Africa could be harming the poorestRead more