The trend of healthy eating has taken over the world. More people are starting to worry about what they eat on a daily basis as they become more conscious about the health benefits of organic food. Namely, 83% of Americans buy organic, while 91% of Irish consumers believe that organic products are healthier than non-organic…
In one of the recent articles published by FAO, the soil ecosystem was described as one of the most complex systems in nature. Biodiversity is described as “the variability among living organisms from all sources, whether terrestrial, aquatic or marine. Plants acquire their nutrients from soil using various processes. There are interactions between microorganisms in soil…
Growing your own food in your kitchen garden or backyard garden helps you maintain a healthy lifestyle. It also helps the planet and the local economy. Would you like to eat freshly grown produce? What could be healthier and fresher than your own home grown organic foods! Growing organic foods at home is healthy and…
Many of us have become increasingly aware of the benefits of eating organic, natural foods. Not only can they help us to look better by keeping our weight in check, they can help us to feel better on a number of basic levels. The fact of the matter is, when you grow your own food,…
Understanding The Benefits Of Organic Gardening These days, organic gardening is more popular than ever, with everyone from homeowners to farmers turning toward natural methods that don’t rely on pesticides, herbicides, or chemical fertilizers. It is no wonder, either, when you consider the many benefits associated with this type of gardening. The following…
North Dakota and Minnesota are doing something pretty awesome in an attempt to get farmers to ditch GMOs and toxic pesticides and make the move to organic crop production. This comes as part of an attempt to boost the amount of organically-grown crops in the U.S. The grants range from $750 to $1000 annually and…
Surprise! Those “organic” strawberries you pay a lot of extra money for? They’re not even really organic in the sense of the word you probably have in mind. At the beginning stages of their life cycle, “organic” strawberries are actually fumigated with toxic chemicals like methyl bromide. Methyl bromide sterilizes the soil prior to the…
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought disruption almost in every sector with each being impacted in diverse ways including the key sectors that contribute to global food security, livelihoods, and nutrition. However, regenerative livestock farming is one area that has experienced extreme challenges that have left many farmers grappling with many issues from processing, transport, sales,…
What Is Timber Management? If you own a farming or hunting property, timber management is essential to optimizing the fruits of your labor on the farm or on the hunt. Good timber management can make a world of a difference for your crops and animals. Good timber management needs to be double-checked every few years,…
Ecotourism can be explained as ‘responsible tourism’ and aims to sustain natural environments, to appreciate nature and promote conservation. The goal is to have as little impact on the environment and natural habitats as possible, while still being able to enjoy the top tourism attractions around the world and immerse yourself in the beauty of…
There are all kinds of paths you can take in life when it comes to your career. Typically, the path that ends up offering the highest level of happiness and job satisfaction, however, is the one that appeals to your interests, passions, and hobbies. By taking this approach, you will likely be more satisfied in…
Despite many advancements in technology, increased social awareness, and stricter legislation, climate change continues to be a primary global concern. Everyone has a responsibility to reduce their energy consumption, greenhouse gas emissions, and plastic and paper waste, and small actions can help to safeguard our planet. Any business or employee striving to have a positive…
Manufacturing food products that taste good, look appetizing, and are preserved with the health of consumers in mind are just some of the challenges that food companies face. Businesses in the food manufacturing industry have to balance their desire to make as much profit as possible with social responsibility. One of the most important goals…
An Internet search on google for “David Avocado Wolfe” will quickly yield a hit-piece article on me entitled “David Avocado Wolfe is the Biggest Asshole in the Multiverse” written by the Yvette d’Entremont, the so-called “SciBabe.” [Sorry, Yvette, but I’m full of Love, Happiness, and Appreciation for life and for plants, animals, and people. You,…
Just by the name, you can get an idea of what agroecology is. It’s all about farming systems that are sustainable in the sense that they work with the rest of nature to sustain crops. But practical agro-ecology? That’s something for the books and that’s something that we will discuss here in this article. What…