Agriculture
Posted inGMO / India / ToMl
The Devastating Social Impacts of GMO “Killer Seeds”
India’s Prime Minister’s approval of GM food and Environment Minister Moily’s disregard for rules, illegally permitting open field trials of 120 food crops will destroy … The Devastating Social Impacts of GMO “Killer Seeds”Read more
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Defending seed sovereignty
A new Global Campaign for Seed Freedom will be celebrating the fortnight from Ghandi’s birthday (October 2nd) to World Food Day (October 16th) as the … Defending seed sovereigntyRead more
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Father of organic urban terrace gardening in India
Let’s start with a story. “When we were children,” begins Dr. Vishwanath, recalling a memory that for a long time was embedded in the forgotten … Father of organic urban terrace gardening in IndiaRead more
Posted inEconomics / ToMl
Agricultural Subsidies Remain a Staple in the Industrial World
In 2012, the most recent year with data, agricultural subsidies totaled an estimated $486 billion in the top 21 food-producing countries in the world. These … Agricultural Subsidies Remain a Staple in the Industrial WorldRead more
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Can Urban Farming Feed Bangkok?
Narong Jongjamfah – Lak Si District Office How did the project start? Eleven years ago, the staff at the Public Cleaning and Public Park sections … Can Urban Farming Feed Bangkok?Read more
Posted inGMO / Monsanto-Bayer
“March Against Monsanto” May 24
On May 24, millions of activists from around the world will once again March Against Monsanto, calling for the permanent boycott of Genetically Modified Organisms … “March Against Monsanto” May 24Read more
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10 Urban Agriculture Projects in Washington, DC
The urban agriculture movement in Washington, DC, is continuing to grow, as residents look to connect with the land and their food, build community, and … 10 Urban Agriculture Projects in Washington, DCRead more
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Asia and Africa Home to 95 Percent of Global Agricultural Population
The global agricultural population—defined as individuals dependent on agriculture, hunting, fishing, and forestry for their livelihood—accounted for over 37 percent of the world’s population in … Asia and Africa Home to 95 Percent of Global Agricultural PopulationRead more