What’s Wrong with GMOs?

19Oct09

By now most people know that GMO stands for Genetically Modified Organisms. But how do GMOs affect us, the food we eat, and the environment? Jeffrey Smith, founder of the Institute for Responsible Technology provides a solid general overview in this interview.

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Tags: education, GMO Jeffrey Smith Genetics Genetically Modified Organisms environment health food safety technology science

Organic Farm Apprenticeships, f/t, CRAFT Ontario, farms across Ontario

07Mar09

Are you ready for a real farm experience? Become an organic
farm apprentice this summer. Our website provides convenient
“one stop shopping” for people who are looking for a farm
apprenticeship that meets their learning needs.
http://www.craftontario.ca/

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Tags: Agriculture, CSA, education, employment, farming, internship, job, skill training

Practice & Principles of Organic Agriculture, f/t interns, Ignatius

20Feb09

We are seeking individuals who have a keen desire to learn about growing food organically by doing, who are interested in building
friendships and community, who are enthusiastic, curious and
open to new ideas. We expect hard work, commitment to the
vision of the CSA, and the ability to work as part of a larger team.
The CSA garden team is made up of five interns and three CSA
farmers (Heather Lekx, Donald Bowyer, and Carl Leslie), and
volunteers. We will be working closely together over the season
and aim to make this a healthy and challenging experience.

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CSA Internship, f/t, Root Radical CSA, near Kingston ON

14Feb09

The internship position is designed for a person with
limited farm experience who wants to develop the skills
and attitudes required to launch a CSA of their own. The
internship might also be suitable for people who want test
the waters and experience what farming is all about, but
are not sure if they want to be a farmer.

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Digital Project Teaches Eco-Friendly Farming

11Jan09

“Digital Green” is a project of Microsoft Research India working to speed sustainable farming techniques to large numbers of small and marginal farmers in India via modern information technology.

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Tags: Composting, database, developing nations, ecologically friendly, education, environmentally friendly, India, information technology, IT, knowledge sharing, learning, skill building, Soil Management, sustainable, sustainable agriculture, third world, Training