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Consumer Reports Study Rates Foods with Pesticide Residues; Doesn't Include Worker, Environmental Justice, Biodiversity Impacts
September 18, 2020
In late August, Consumer Reports magazine (CR) issued a report titled, “Stop Eating Pesticides,” which offers consumers a rating system CR developed and employed to help them “get the health benefits from fruits and vegetables while minimizing ] risk from toxic chemicals.” In addition to
Fashion Killer: Report Finds that the Apparel Industry is a Major Contributor to Biodiversity Loss
September 17, 2020
The apparel industry becomes the latest contributor to global biodiversity loss, directly linking soil degradation, natural ecosystems destruction, and environmental pollution with apparel supply chains, according to the report, “Biodiversity: The next frontier in sustainable fashion,” by
The Way Humans Alter the Environment Increases the Prevalence of Disease Carrying Mosquitoes
September 16, 2020
Disease carrying mosquitoes are more likely to flourish in areas being altered by human activities, according to new research published by scientists at Oregon State University. With climate change facilitating the spread of mosquitoes into new regions throughout the world, it is critical to
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Take Action!Ask Congress to Help Farmers of Color and Small and Medium-Sized Farms Selling in Local Food MarketsAs Congress returns to Washington this week, it is overdue to pass critical pandemic aid for families and communities, including helping small and mid-scale farms and ranches, farmers markets, and local food businesses address the impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic. The Local and Regional Farmer and Market Support Act (H.R. 8096), introduced by Rep. Alma Adams of North Carolina, will help meet the needs of farmers who have been left out. Please urge your Congressional Representative co-sponsor this bill.
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