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Department of Agriculture Acting Secretary Chuck Conner lauds the effects of NAFTA on U.S. Agriculture, but ignores its true outcome

The Department of Agriculture has some good news for the American economy with their announcement that agricultural exports for the Fiscal Year 2007 are expected to be a record $79 billion.

More raw milk has been recalled in Pennsylvania. One resident and consumer of this product shares some words of advice.

News story about PETA vs. Ringling Bros. & Barnum & Bailey Circus

Westland Meat Company has voluntarily suspended operations pending an investigation the US Department of Agriculture of the company's treatment of animals and what animals were permitted into their products.

A statement released by PR Newswire states that at least 10 plaintiffs have filed a law suit against the U.S. Department of Agriculture in South Dakota.

Blueberries are found fresh and abundant in July, which is why the U.S. Department of Agriculture proclaimed July National Blueberry Month.

When you are evaluating the possibility of exporting the products of your small business, you should do some research on potential markets overseas and learn about the various aspects of exporting. There are many resources available to help you with your research.

In a Thanksgiving Day press release, Second Harvest announced that its food pantries' stock was unusually low even for this time of year.

The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture is warning residents about raw milk contaminated with Salmonella from the Conebella dairy farm located in Elverson, Chester County.

Former Nebraska Governor Mike Johanns, now the Secretary of Agriculture in the Bush administration unveiled the proposed 2007 Farm Bill

Soybeans contains cheap protein that is convenient of process, can take on any form of texture and has a long shelf life.

"This new approach accounts for uptake, metabolism, distribution, and activity of antioxidant compounds in cells."

Cargill Meat Solutions is voluntarily recalling more than 1 million pounds of ground beef because the meat may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7. The ground beef was processed between October 8th and 11th and sold throughout much of the nation.

Proper storage, quality and nutrition of MRE's and other ready to eat meals.

Learn about proper nutrition and have some fun with "The Incredible Adventures of the Amazing Food Detective."

"In one week we have gone from the largest U.S. manufacturer of frozen hamburgers to a company that cannot overcome the economic reality of a recall this large."

On September 29, the USDA issued several recalls of 21.7 million pounds of frozen beef patties. On Oct. 4, the CDC issued un updated press release.

Animal lovers have been concerned about the fate of the animals seized from Michael Vick. The ASPCA has released a report on what the status is of the animals right now, in order to keep the public informed and to put to rest any false rumors that have been going around.

A new report concludes the District of Columbia has more overweight kids than any of the 50 states. Adult residents fared a bit better.

Although more of the nation's eligible poor have been getting food stamps, a new study indicates that half still do not.

There are several landscaping options for owners of Phoenix real estate that are not only beautiful but can also offer low-water use and low maintenance.

North Carolina's Agriculture Department is working hard to remove recalled food products from store shelves all across the state.

While studies and findings showing proof of increasing childhood obesity come flying off the presses, some school districts still consider the use of a packet of ketchup to fulfill a major food group serving!

In a new study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, scientists have found that people who eat foods high in sugar are at risk for losing their vision due to retinal degeneration.

Son of Beast

In a new study published in the journal Epidemiologic Reviews, scientists find that the obesity level in the United States continues to climb. At this rate, by the year 2015, 75% of American adults will be overweight and 41% will be obese.

Dogs have become a growth industry in the keystone state, with a number of dogs brought from breeders showing signs of bad behavior and genetic problems.

The five species of prairie dogs endemic to North America have been severely decimated because of human encroachment.

The crucifer family of Asian vegetables consists of Chinese cabbage and related types of plants. You can use them in all sorts of dishes, both raw and cooked.

Although watermelons can now be found in the markets throughout the year, the season for watermelon is in the summer when they are sweet and of the best quality.

The owner of a BP service station in Merrill, Wisconsin had set out to help senior citizens and people who support youth sports programs by offering discounts on gasoline. But the state has claimed the discounts are illegal and ordered him to raise his gas prices.

As if the failure to implement regulations on an out of control market is not already enough, consider a government that fines individuals who are attempting to make a difference in their own little corner of the world.

There has been a rapid decline of honey bees in the United States and Canada, and scientists think that cell phones may be the culprit.

Pigs who were bred for human consumption and were fed by products of the tainted pet food have tested positive for melamine. The FDA is investigating to see if any melamine tainted products may have made it into the human food supply.

The numbers are mind boggling, Americans burn 400 million gallons of gasoline everyday in 243 million cars or over 140 billion gallons a year. No wonder we are finally looking for alternatives to this unsustainable oil consumption.

A review of the Atkins Diet

New parents often hear from family, friends, and glossy magazine article how expensive having a baby can be. So what are parents who simply do not have a huge amount of money to spend to do? Here are some money saving tips for parents-to-be.

Fruits have long been a staple of our diets and a part of our language and history. If we are to believe biblical writing, the very first mention of any kind of food consumption is when Eve handed Adam an apple and said "if you really want to see God, try one of these".

The USDA announced today, November 17, 2006 a voluntary recall of 23,200 pounds of beef jerky products manufactured by Taylor, Michigan company, Mirab USA, Incorporated. The recalled products may contain a pesticide drug given to animals.

The article focuses on traditional foods and beverages of autumn (apples, pumpkin, cinnamon, hot chocolate, apple cider) and how each of these foods and beverages are not only delicious and nutritious, but may also prevent many diseases.

Learn what you need to know about growing herbs in containers. You will also learn about some of the herbs that are available.

But eating out is not only a necessity of life today in the fast pace of life, it is also a form of good entertainment, especially for mom who had quite a busy day at home.

A review of government and non-government websites where one can find information related to recalled products and potentially dangerous goods.

Considering the US Center for Disease Controls advice is a very good idea. Fat, although systematically proven useful to the human body, is not only a waste of food. When you're fat, if very fat, you're obese, and you do indeed have a disease.

Since the mid 1990's, the federal government has been redeveloping former industrial sites to make use of abandoned properties.

When we see that there is enough food being produced, we often wonder why government programs for agriculture are still in place. However, it benefits the producer and consumer to keep agricultural government programs in place.

What about colonics? Is filling your belly with 20 gallons of water harmful or beneficial? What do practitioners claim, and have their claims any scientific basis? What kind of risks do I take?