Growers pushed too far in efforts to provide safe food

Growers of leafy green vegetables in California have responded to demands by buyers and inspectors for safer food by reducing their land to sterile, fenced-in fields to the detriment of wildlife and the environment. Food inspectors do not comprehend the beneficial aspects of many natural features of the land, according to the article. It also says that these harsh measures are unlikely to make food safer. Joe Pezzini, chair of the newly formed Leafy Greens Handler Marketing Agreement (LGMA) advisory board, says that it is unnecessary for grower to make such severe changes to their farms. The LGMA encourages farmers to use more sustainable practices that do less damage to the environment. Full story: High Country News