Welcome to the Diigo group page where you can participate in this discussion. You have a little extra time to participate in this assignment, but don't forget about it.
We are starting a new module and the focus is now on sustainability. After you have read the TOP 10 Myths about Sustainability, I want for you to do a Google search on sustainability to see if you can find more information about the myths and other topics that fall under the sustainability. You need to save 3 websites that you find to the Diigo class group. Be sure to give the sites a title, tags, and a short description of what the website is about - just like you did for assignment #2 earlier this year.
The second part of this assignment is this discussion. You can participate in this in two ways. One, you can add your comments and feedback right here OR you can comment on individual posts made by your class mates. Be sure to make a minimum of 3 comments.
Question: Identify issues or concerns that we should be aware of in regards to sustainability. How might be go about solving this problem or addressing this concern?
First class chefs Bobby Flay, Michael Symon, Anne Burrell and Alex Guarnaschelli tackle one of the most massive problems in food today - waste! Divided into two teams, with only 48 hours on the clock, they are challenged to create a multi course gourmet banquet worthy of their great reputations, but with a big twist; they can only use food that is on its way to the trash.
Definitions also vary because certain groups do not consider (or have traditionally not considered) food waste to be a waste material, due to its applications
Great article about recognizing the link between animal and human diseases. This is scary stuff. Agriculture and health are intimately linked. Many infectious, and even occupational, diseases are associated with the food chain.
It's too early to know which of the aids or ills foreseen for GM foods will materialize. In the meantime, GM technology raises thorny questions of science, ethics, law, and economics that need to be thoroughly debated. This page offers pros/cons for GM foods.
This sites defines what genetically modified foods are and gives good links to provide more information. It also discusses if GM foods are good or bad for you. Good information.
One year ago today, the Affordable Care Act's Patient's Bill of Rights took effect. This website shares information about how the act is helping millions of young people, seniors, women. You can use the site to explore coverage and pricing for your state.
Everything you want to know about the new Healthcre bill. This is the official White House website that provides lots of good information. Learn about the new law, how it effects you, myths & facts, and news related to this bill.