We found unhealthy pesticide levels in 20% of US produce - here’s what you need to know
We found unhealthy pesticide levels in 20% of US produce - here’s what you need to know
Description: (article & nice chart with lots of specific produce) research, Instructors - high school
Contents: When it comes to healthy eating, fruits and vegetables reign supreme. But along with all their vitamins, minerals and other nutrients can come something else: an unhealthy dose of dangerous pesticides; background notes on pesticide use, update & red flags, issues with EPA assessment techniques, specific produce items, pesticide effects, how to avoid pesticides, how to solve the problem
Source: theguardian.com & Consumer Reports
Crossposted: Library Toolkit/ Regenerative agriculture - Issues, Healthy People - Toxicity ; Library Resources/ Plants - Issues, Pesticides
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We found unhealthy pesticide levels in 20% of US produce - here’s what you need to know
Description: (article & nice chart with lots of specific produce) research, Instructors - high school
Contents: When it comes to healthy eating, fruits and vegetables reign supreme. But along with all their vitamins, minerals and other nutrients can come something else: an unhealthy dose of dangerous pesticides; background notes on pesticide use, update & red flags, issues with EPA assessment techniques, specific produce items, pesticide effects, how to avoid pesticides, how to solve the problem
Source: theguardian.com & Consumer Reports
Crossposted: Library Toolkit/ Regenerative agriculture - Issues, Healthy People - Toxicity ; Library Resources/ Plants - Issues, Pesticides
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Can gene editing save Christmas trees from climate change?
Entered Title: (Region - North America) Can gene editing save Christmas trees from climate change?
Description: (article) research, instructors - high school
Contents: growers…collaborating with researchers across the U.S. and Canada to help the billion-dollar industry adapt to climate change and compete with artificial trees; challenges - rising temperatures, increased pests and pathogens; GMO concerns
Crossposted: Library Toolkit/ Entrepreneurs, Regenerative Agriculture - Issues; Library Resources/ Plants - Trees
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Can gene editing save Christmas trees from climate change?
Description: (article) research, instructors - high school
Contents: growers…collaborating with researchers across the U.S. and Canada to help the billion-dollar industry adapt to climate change and compete with artificial trees; challenges - rising temperatures, increased pests and pathogens; GMO concerns
Source: ambrook/research https://ambrook.com/research/sustainability/gmo-christmas-trees-climate-adaptation?utm_source=Ambrook+Research+Newsletter&utm_campaign=dc8627736a-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2023_06_26_02_47_COPY_03&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_-d85bfec4c4-1433916538
Crossposted: Library Toolkit/ Entrepreneurs, Regenerative Agriculture - Issues; Library Resources/ Plants - Trees
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Native American Heritage: celebrating food, tradition & health
Native American heritage: celebrating food, tradition & health
Description: (article, events, resources) Instructors - all ages
Contents: Celebrate Native American Heritage month each November: discover indigenous cuisines & nutrition, explore Native American agriculture heritage, access curated resources for curated communities
Source: USDA National Agricultural Library
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDAARS/bulletins/3b94253
Crossposted: Library Toolkit/ Education - indigenous knowledge, Cultural considerations - Historic, Region (North America)
Native American heritage: celebrating food, tradition & health
Description: (article, events, resources) Instructors - all ages
Contents: Celebrate Native American Heritage month each November: discover indigenous cuisines & nutrition, explore Native American agriculture heritage, access curated resources for curated communities
Source: USDA National Agricultural Library
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDAARS/bulletins/3b94253
Crossposted: Library Toolkit/ Education - indigenous knowledge, Cultural considerations - Region (North America)