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Apr 12, 2011

Five Reasons Carbon Markets Won't Work for Agriculture

Karen Hansen-Kuhn

Carbon markets are viewed as a primary source of climate financing. The experience to date demands a reevaluation of their ability to exact real, sustainable change, particularly in relation to agriculture. This fact sheet gives five reasons why poorly designed and regulated carbon markets should not be part of a global climate treaty.

Apr 12, 2011

Five reasons carbon markets won't work for agriculture

Karen Hansen-Kuhn

Carbon markets are viewed as the primary source of climate financing. The experience to date demands a reevaluation of their ability to exact real, sustainable change, particularly in relation to agriculture. Here are five reasons why poorly designed and regulated carbon markets should not be part of a global climate treaty.

Apr 8, 2011

U.S. subsidizes Brazilian cotton to protect Monsanto's profits

On February 18, Republicans in the House of Representatives defeated an obscure amendment to the House Appropriations bill by a 2-to-1 margin. The Kind Amendment would have eliminated $147 million dollars that the federal government pays every year directly to Brazilian cotton farmers. In an era of nationwide belt tightening, with funding for things like education and the U.S.

Apr 8, 2011

Buying better chicken for schools, hospitals and other organizations

Andrew Ranallo

Making healthy choices can be difficult, even when you know what you're looking for. The myriad of standards and certifications can be hard to navigate, especially in poultry: Does antibiotic-free mean no antibiotics in the feed or no antibiotics used in raising the animal? Do poultry producers have to list whether or not arsenic is used?

Apr 1, 2011

Electronic Benefits at Three Farmers Markets in Minneapolis: An Analysis of the 2010 Pilot Program

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