Tag: Washington State University

  • Critical organic apple and pear challenges addressed by TOC research

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    I thought this information was important to pass along for those who might be affected or are interested in learning more about the project: The Organic Center (TOC) is launching a project this Summer to prevent a potential catastrophe looming over organic apple and pear production in the US. They are working to provide the…

  • GMO Crops Mean More Herbicide, Not Less

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    By Beth Hoffman: Forbes Over the past 15 years, farmers around the world have planted ever larger tracts of genetically engineered crops. According to the USDA, in 2012 more than 93 percent of soy planted was “herbicide tolerant,” engineered to withstand herbicides (sold by the same companies who patent and sell the seeds).  Likewise, 73 percent of all corn…