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Jul 15, 2009

Ethanol Industry Can Stop Using Unnecessary Antibiotics

The ethanol industry should voluntarily stop the unnecessary use of antibiotics in the production process, particularly because viable alternatives are readily available, concludes a new report by the Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy.
Jul 8, 2009

G-8 Commitment on Hunger Must Support Small-holder Farmers and Sustainable Practices

G-8 discussions on the food crisis must include more than additional money, and should prioritize agriculture and food policies that improve the position of small producers—particularly women.
Jul 7, 2009

G-8 Commitment on Hunger Must Support Small-holder Farmers and Sustainable Practices

G-8 Commitment on Hunger Must Support Small-holder Farmers and Sustainable Practices
Jun 26, 2009

IATP Applauds Mayor, City Council on Local Food Initiative

The Minneapolis City Council approved a resolution today put forth by the Homegrown Minneapolis initiative to support the production, sale and consumption of local, sustainably produced foods in the city and surrounding region.
Jun 24, 2009

Senate Report on Wheat Speculation Calls for Regulation

A report issued today by the Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations found that excessive speculation by commodity index traders drove up wheat prices and disrupted the market. The report confirms the urgent need for new regulatory safeguards on excessive speculation in commodity markets, according to the Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy.
May 21, 2009

Iowa Forest Protects Critical Bird Habitat

A 77-acre forest in northeast Iowa is the first in the state to be certified under international Forest Stewardship Council management standards for its protection of native vegetation and ecologically important wildlife, including rare bird species.

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