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Northern Berkshire Transition's Blog – August 2010 Archive (3)
The Seed Industry's Scary Consolidation
Monsanto supplies proprietary traits to 85 percent of corn planted in the United States, and 92 percent of soy. Corn and soy are the lifeblood of the U.S. food system. If you eat a standard diet, you’re ingesting a Monsanto-originated product…
ContinueAdded by Northern Berkshire Transition on August 26, 2010 at 11:50pm — No Comments
So why should we care about the future of farming?
If no one wants to do it, does it matter – someone out there will surely grow our food. The average age of the American Farmer is approaching 60 years old. Is agriculture so hard that young people are being encouraged out of farming? Mostly yes – most farmers tell…
ContinueAdded by Northern Berkshire Transition on August 10, 2010 at 1:40pm — 1 Comment
ENERGY SMARTS - Farms, Municipal Buildings, Schools and More...
Energy Efficient improvements are being made to many Farms, Municipal Buildings, Schools, Homes and other facilities throughout the state. Use the stories below to inspire you to seek funding for a project in your community. There is lots to be done and the time to start is now...
America’s Oldest Working Farm Goes “Back to…
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