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Steve Goss

Organic Food Labeling - MonkeySee - 0 views

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      Steve Goss on 13 Jul 10
       
      There's a great quote around the 1:00 minute mark where Ms. Davis makes clear that organic does not mean healthier.
  • Steve Goss on 13 Jul 10
     
    This MonkeySee video gives a clear and concise explanation of the USDA standards for labeling food organic.
leelah gitler

Animated Movie About Organic Food - 2 views

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  • leelah gitler on 14 Jul 10
     
    \n\nAre you eating as healthily as you can? In this BrainPOP movie, Tim and Moby examine the ins and outs of organic food. Discover what makes organic food organic, and how it differs from non-organic food. You'll find out which government organization is in charge of regulating organic labels and about the laws controlling what can be labeled organic. Plus, you can learn about the benefits and drawbacks to organic farming, as well as what its supporters claim about the health benefits of organic food. So microwave yourself a nice bowl of organic, fair-trade popcorn and enjoy the movie!\n
  • Steve Goss on 14 Jul 10
     
    Great find. Brain Pop is a great site with plenty of useful information on a variety of topics for educators. And I'm not just saying that because I sit on the Brain Pop Advisory Board. http://www.brainpop.com/about/advisors/
  • Heather Lorenz on 18 Jul 10
     
    I LOVE BrainPop!! great post!!
Heather Lorenz

Agricultural Marketing Service - Understanding Organic Labeling - 0 views

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Kerry Roeder

Does 'organic' make it; Consumers should weigh cost vs. benefit when deciding what prod... - 1 views

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  • Kerry Roeder on 13 Jul 10
     
    Article from Proquest from the Orlando Sentinel that argues an organic label does not imply that is healthier.
Rachel Mazor

Michael Atkins - Seattle Trademark Lawyer - USDA's Organic Labeling Requireme... - 1 views

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  • Rachel Mazor on 23 Jul 10
     
    A mildly interesting note about trademark law and the USDA organic certification symbol
  • Rachel Mazor on 23 Jul 10
     
    I was looking for the right way to cite the USDA organic symbol in my bibliography when I came upon this article...
Steve Goss

Agriculture and Food Supplies :: Food Quality, Safety, and Labeling. --  Brit... - 0 views

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  • Steve Goss on 14 Jul 10
     
    This is from the Britannica resource that BSC has as an online database resource. Always handy.
leelah gitler

Should I purchase organic foods? - 2 views

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    On this site there are links to other articles and topics on organic food:\n\nA. Where are background resources? [A-3 sections]\n\nB. Does organically-grown food contain more or better nutrients - vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients - than conventionally grown food? [B-7 sections]\n\nC. Are there fewer pesticide residues on organic foods than on conventionally grown foods? Are there fewer antibiotic and hormone residues in organic meat, eggs and dairy products than in conventional animal products? Is organic food safer to eat? [C-5 sections]\n\nD. Are organic foods more environmentally friendly than non-organic foods? Do organic farming practices have fewer negative impacts on soil resources, water quality and climate change than conventional practices? Are organic farms more sustainable? [D-4 sections]\n
leelah gitler

What is organic food? - 0 views

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  • leelah gitler on 14 Jul 10
     
    Buzzle.com has many links to other articles about organic products, advantages of organic foods, differences between organic and non-organic foods, organic farming, etc...
leelah gitler

Organic foods: Are they safer? More nutritious? - 1 views

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  • Kerry Roeder on 13 Jul 10
     
    Great overview of organic foods and their nutrition from the Mayo Clinic. Includes a side by side comparison of conventional farming v organic farming.
  • leelah gitler on 14 Jul 10
     
    \nLearn the difference between organic foods and their traditionally grown counterparts. Decide which is best for you, considering nutrition, quality, taste, cost and other factors.
Heather Lorenz

Agricultural Marketing Service - Understanding Organic - 0 views

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  • Heather Lorenz on 14 Jul 10
     
    U.S.A. Government Standards
Heather Lorenz

http://www.ams.usda.gov/AMSv1.0/getfile?dDocName=STELDEV3004443&acct=nopgeninfo - 0 views

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  • Heather Lorenz on 14 Jul 10
     
    National Organic Program - Background Info
  • Heather Lorenz on 14 Jul 10
     
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