When I wrote about the recently renovated, fun and sustainable Francis Ford Coppola Winery, I learned about an exciting new trend (wineries with electric car charging stations) and a disturbing natural [ … ]
Tag: Tom Vilsack
USDA People’s Gardens: What Do You Think?
What do you guys think about the new USDA People’s Gardens program? Is it on the level, or are you wary of USDA’s intentions?
Monsanto’s Roundup Triggers Over 40 Plant Diseases and Endangers Human and Animal Health
The following article reveals the devastating and unprecedented impact that Monsanto’s Roundup herbicide is having on the health of our soil, plants, animals, and human population. On top of this perfect storm, the USDA now wants to approve Roundup Ready alfalfa, which will exacerbate this calamity. Please tell USDA Secretary Vilsack not to approve Monsanto’s alfalfa today
Stimulus Money Used To Buy Pork – Literally
The US Secretary of Agriculture, Tom Vilsack, announced last month plans to use an additional $30 million dollars to purchase pork in 2009 for federal food and nutrition assistance programs. [ … ]
Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food: Significant Fresh Visions from the USDA
A visionary, inspiring image: “Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food.” No, this isn’t some crunchy, organic non-profit’s local food campaign or a new Slow Food slogan. This message comes to [ … ]