Entries from May 2008

May 9, 2008

Bush’s support of local food

I know I’m late on this, but it’s too intriguing to pass up.
As reported by many, President Bush, at an April 29 White House press conference, talked about a variety of issues, but said some particularly intriguing things about the current high food prices and the Farm Bill. One statement that caught the attention of [...]

May 6, 2008

US gov going organic

The General Services Administration…”helps federal agencies better serve the public by offering, at best value, superior workplaces, expert solutions, acquisition services, and management policies. On April 30th the EPA reported that the GSA has begun using organic fertilizer on the grounds of all its federal buildings in the National Capital Region.
GSA is using 100-percent organic [...]

May 1, 2008

One of illinois’ best farmers

Click here and read about Jack Erisman, a large-scale organic farmer and fantastic human being.