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WSJ – Where to find Old Florida

WSJ – Where to find Old Florida

Great Article on Florida.

This Article mentions Apalachicola and the oystermen/oyster industry.  During Session 3 of Brittany’s Wedgworth program, they learned a lot about the struggles that face the oyster industry, and by extension the area, in the recent past.

WSJ – Buffalo getting $500k US Grant for water quality

WSJ – Buffalo getting $500k US Grant for water quality

The City of Buffalo is going to receive a $500k federal grant to improve the water quality in Lake Eerie.

WSJ – Labor’s Blueberry Police

WSJ Labor’s Blueberry Police

The WSJ published this on March 18th regarding an Oregon Blueberry Grower’s experience with the Department of Labor.

editorial: Florida Farm Bureau President on Water Conservation

editorial: Florida Farm Bureau President on Water Conservation

John Hoblick: Farmers have taken steps to slash their water use

Florida Farmers and Ranchers are conserving over 11 billion gallons of water a year, according to data compiled by FDACS.

“Many other citizens have begun to recognize that farmers are the first stewards of natural resources. We share the same overall environmental goals.”

 

editorial: Septic Tanks do not threaten Springs

Septic Tanks do not threaten Springs

The ‘Fragile Springs’ continue to be a hot topic.  This article discusses Septic Tanks and debunks some of the theories that malfunctioning septic tanks are to blame for excess nitrate nitrogen found in spring waters.

a ‘Dryer Sheet for Produce’

a ‘Dryer Sheet for Produce’

Interesting article on a new product coming out called: Fresh Paper.  This has been touted as a ‘dryer sheet for produce’ and claims to extend the shelf life of produce in your refrigerator for up to 2-4 weeks.

National Ag Day

March 25th was National Ag Day: http://www.fooddialogues.com/2014/03/24/its-national-ag-day 

Individuals involved with Agribusiness traveled to Washington DC to promote policies related to their passion for growing and raising food.