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A New Generation of Pioneers Blazes the Trail from Consumerism to Sustainability

State of the World 2010 – Transforming Cultures is released, bringing together the most important components of sustainable living to help create a new generation of “cultural pioneers” that will be needed to forge the trail to sustainable [...]

Farm Support Needed to Enact Climate Legislation

Farmers concerns about high fuel costs may stall climate change legislation. They need to be educated about cost-effective alternative agriculture practices such as regenerative organic farming, which can sequester carbon in the soil. [...]

Buying Local vs Buying Organic

There is a growing movement advocating purchase of locally grown food as a method of supporting sustainable agriculture, but you may be confused about the difference between “locally grown” and “organically grown” food and the value of each in achieving sustainable lifestyles. [...]

Burgeoning Olive Business a Success Story for Fair Trade and Local Agriculture

Olives have been grown in Palestine for centuries, with workers and press owners being paid a share of the product of their labor. With the interest of Western consumers in supporting fair trade and certified organic products, this age old industry may see new life and help the Palestinian economy reduce its dependence on international [...]

Can We Know Organic is Really Organic?

The “Optical Soil Dipstick” (OSD) is a device that can be inserted into the soil for a real-time accurate and reliable report on the chemical and physical properties of the soil. It is being used by organic farmers to prove that their crops are grown in soil that is chemical-free. [...]