Katy McLaughlin of the Wall Street Journal presents some good information in her blurb on the organic milk debate in the Weekend Journal of December 10-11, 2005. I find it disturbing that whether or not organic milk is more nutritious seems to be the determining factor for the value of going organic. Not to mention the health of the soil, the workers, the planet as a whole.
Regardless, Ms. McLaughlin covered some good facts - "Organic milk [is now] a $322 million business, ujp 126% since 2000, while sales of all milk have been flat, according to market analyst Mintel Group."
Organic move on the rise
Organic movement gains momentum
More and more dairy farmers like natural edge
Shelly Strom
Business Journal staff writer
In spite of reduced yields and higher costs, a growing number of Oregon's 300-plus dairy farms and 20 dairy processors are adjusting their practices to serve consumers looking for more pure dairy products. CLICK HERE FOR MORE
More and more dairy farmers like natural edge
Shelly Strom
Business Journal staff writer
In spite of reduced yields and higher costs, a growing number of Oregon's 300-plus dairy farms and 20 dairy processors are adjusting their practices to serve consumers looking for more pure dairy products. CLICK HERE FOR MORE
FarmGirl has a Birthday
Thank you, everyone, for your wonderful wishes during the past week. We have had a grand celebration here on the Farm. Healthy agriculture is making headway. Keep up the great work as smart consumers!
xo,
Farmgirl
xo,
Farmgirl
Childhood Obesity in Public Schools - A must read!
The government subsidizes low-quality foods, corn and wheat for example, while neglecting far healthier items such as fruits, vegetables, beans, and nuts. Pediatrics specialist David Ludwig gives his assessment...
Celebrate Agriculture!
It's time to start planning your 2006 National Ag Day campaign. Teachers, community leaders, government officials and advocates of all ages will find at least one effective project in the new planning guide. CLICK HERE for more.
Shoppers Guide to Pesticides in Produce
Here is a necessary part of everyone's shopping intelligence - Stoneyfield Farm and Evironmental Working Group have put together this great resource. CLICK HERE to learn more. You can also download the full version of The Shoppers Guide to Pesticides in Produce - CLICK HERE for full version. Way to go Stoneyfield Farms - Keep up the great work!
Obesity Conference
Well, the largest obesity conference in the world is about to take place in Vancouver, B.C. CLICK HERE to learn more.
Governor Vetoes Farm to School Program
Governor Schwarzenegger vetoed AB826, the California Farm to School Child Nutrition Improvement
Program. As an organization, we supported this program and will look into reasons why it was vetoed. How disappointing tho...
Program. As an organization, we supported this program and will look into reasons why it was vetoed. How disappointing tho...
Cows Pass Cars as Polluters
California's San Joaquin Valley for some time has had the dirtiest air in the country. Monday, officials said gases from ruminating dairy cows, not exhaust from cars, are the region's biggest single source of a chief smog-forming pollutant...CLICK HERE for MORE
OTHELLO, Wash. -- For 37 years, Pirie and Jane Grant have grown everything from hay and wheat to beans and potatoes on their central Washington farm. ...The art community is now recognizing the Grants _ and other farmers _ too. Through a partnership between the American Farmland Trust and the Maryhill Museum of Art in Goldendale, Wash., artists from across the Pacific Northwest are visiting farms in the region to document conservation efforts by farmers. CLICK HERE for MORE
New York Dairy Farmers get Organic Boost from Clinton
Belmont, NY - Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton met today with dairy farmers for a roundtable discussion about the potential of organic agriculture as an important value-added opportunity for producers in...CLICK HERE for MORE
10 Amazing Disease-Fighting Foods
"Super-foods are terrific, but what are more important to wellness are healthy dietary patterns that include a wide variety of nutritious foods that displace less nutritious foods," notes Alice Lichtenstein, DSc, professor of nutrition science and policy at Tufts University. Click Here for the top 10 healthy foods.
Nutritional education for "senior" market in High Demand
Farmgirl researches "senior" and "near senior" markets' need for nutrition education. And there is a need! Check out the full report - CLICK HERE
Medicare facing obesity problem
Silver Spring, MD August 25 - Medicare could save millions of dollars in overweight- and obesity-related medical expenditures if older beneficiaries increased their physical activity, according to research published in the most recent issue of Obesity Research. CLICK HERE FOR MORE
Organic Farming supports the X Games!
If you haven't been able to watch the X games, it will open your eyes to a new generation. It is truly inspirational. Several organic companies are catching on early and sponsoring some big air!
Bob Burnquist is picked up by Stoneyfield Yogurt
Also, I saw a big Whole Foods sticker on the front of Danny Way's helmet. Wow! What a great billboard. I couldn't find any info on their websites and have a question into Whole Foods.
With the amound of punishment these guys take I'm not surprised they want to keep their inside as clean as possible!
Bob Burnquist is picked up by Stoneyfield Yogurt
Also, I saw a big Whole Foods sticker on the front of Danny Way's helmet. Wow! What a great billboard. I couldn't find any info on their websites and have a question into Whole Foods.
With the amound of punishment these guys take I'm not surprised they want to keep their inside as clean as possible!
Organic farming makes the economical grade
according to USDA, organic farming is competitive economically with chemical farming. Click here for the USDA report and let us know your thoughts
Soda makers finally getting it!
"According to the Wall Street Journal it looks like the American Beverage Association is discussing a proposal that would halt sales of carbonated soft drinks in elementary schools and... "
Click here for info on sodas and obesity...
Wahoo! Way to go all of you anti-soda-in-school advocates. We get the fact that they need to make money and want to start branding at a young age but at least start making some healthier beverages!
Click here for info on sodas and obesity...
Wahoo! Way to go all of you anti-soda-in-school advocates. We get the fact that they need to make money and want to start branding at a young age but at least start making some healthier beverages!
Fruit heading for needy stomachs
USDA announces purchase of canned peaches
Child-nutrition programs and other government food-assistance efforts will receive an infusion of fruit. The U.S. Agriculture Department announced (Friday) it will buy up to 68 million pounds of canned peaches and mixed fruit. The U.S.D.A will channel the fruit it buys into federal food programs for needy people. The agency purchased more than 1 billion pounds of fruits and vegetables last year.
FarmGirl is going to Nutrition School
Wahoo! I just got accepted to the Distance Learning Nutrition Educator Certificate Course at Bauman College. I am psyched to get started - it looks very intriguing. Will keep y'all posted!
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