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New Tool for Improving Switchgrass

August 1, 2010 Roots of Change

USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) scientists have developed a new tool for deciphering the genetics of a native prairie grass widely studied for its potential as a biofuel.

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The Food Truck Economy

July 24, 2010 Roots of Change

Food truck economies are booming in LA, elsewhere…

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Feed the economy or starve it? The answer’s clear

July 13, 2010 Roots of Change

How could extra federal stimulus money benefit under-funded food system projects?

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From swords to plowshares: Introducing military veterans to farming

July 12, 2010 Roots of Change

Story of introducing military veterns to the joys of urban farming…

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Stone Barn Center for Food and Agriculture

July 8, 2010 Roots of Change

Helpful resources available: The young Farmers Conference is a program especially for young and new farmers. The forum allows participants to learn from agricultural luminaries, through workshops, keynotes, and panel […]

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Schwarzenegger Vetoes Overtime for Farmworkers

July 6, 2010 Roots of Change

The governor agrees with giant agribusinesses and organic-farm owners who contend that an eight-hour workday isn't practical in the agriculture industry…

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