Grain gold rush could lead to worldwide food shortages

New York Times columnists explains how the high cost and scarcity of oil, poor policy and a rush to cash in on biofuels are creating the Perfect Storm that could mean serious food shortages at home and abroad.

Weeds of tomorrow Part II

Researcher sets his sites on perennial weeds after discovering annual weeds could give crops a serious run for their money if CO2 levels increase.

Anthony Rodale writes about his father

Third generation organic pioneer shares how Robert Rodale picked up the torch lit by his own father, J.I.

Weeds of the globally warmed future

Researcher looks at the potential impact of rising CO2 levels on weed populations, yesterday, today and tomorrow.

Cheap food could be a thing of the past

Some say high prices for bad food could be a good thing for the health of the nation.

Monsanto's assault on farmers

Vanity Fair article exposes thug practices and history of intimidation as Monsanto tries to maintain a stranglehold on America's food system.

Lobbyists trying to keep milk information from consumers

Monsanto takes its fight to squash labeling practices to its home turf

Biofuels trading scam makes a mockery of global warming concerns

EU urged to put a stop to plash & dash practice exploits U.S. agricultural subsidies and wastes energy

When banks are in trouble food charities' cupboards go bare

Demand for assistance rises while the means to provide it continues to topple with the economy
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