Multiple 2008 Studies Confirm Genetically Modified Crops Damage Human Health And The Environment
Although genetically modified (GM) corn is banned in most of the world, it has been approved as "safe" for human[…]
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FDA Finally Admits Mercury Fillings May Damage Your Health
After years of pressure from scientists, citizen groups and health advocates, the FDA has posted a statement to its website[…]
Read moreUSDA To Deregulate Genetically Engineered Crops
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is looking to fast-track the deregulation of Genetically Engineered (GE) corn for ethanol production, despite[…]
Read moreDon't Cut Short The Debate On Organic Standards
For eight years the Organic Consumers Association has stood with organic family farmers in an effort to crack down on[…]
Read morePesticide Cocktails Cause 99% Mortality Rate In Frogs
A new study in the journal Oecologia indicates that when pesticides mix in the environment, they form "chemical cocktails" that[…]
Read moreUnited Nations Says Africa Could Grow More Food With Organic Farming
A new study released by the United Nations indicates that the best way to increase food production in Africa is[…]
Read moreFighting Organic Label Fraud — Round One Legal Victory For Organic Consumers
As reported previously, the Organic Consumers Association and Dr. Bronner's Magic Soaps have sued organic certifier Ecocert in the ongoing[…]
Read moreOpen Letter To The President-Elect By Michael Pollan: Farmer In Chief
Dear Mr. President-Elect, It may surprise you to learn that among the issues that will occupy much of your time[…]
Read moreHoney Bee Deaths Reaching Crisis Point: How To Have A Bee-Friendly Yard
The following was posted by "Honey Gal" at OCA's web forum: "I'm a beekeeper and teach classes in bee stewardship.[…]
Read moreEPA And Bush Administration Finally Busted For Gutting Factory Farm Pollution Laws
In 2007, Organic Bytes reported that the Bush Administration had eliminated pollution laws that required factory farm pollutants to be[…]
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