Monthly Archives: April 2010
US Proposes Sustainable Farming Fund
The Obama administration has unveiled a proposal to launch a global fund to aid sustainable farming practices in developing countries. The US says it wants the fund to total around $22 billion, but has pledged less than $500 million. Microsoft … Continue reading
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Flight chaos sparks fears of food shortages and price hikes
Fierce competition from supermarkets for home-grown produce could cause food prices to surge, as Iceland’s volcanic ash cloud continues to disrupt air traffic across Europe. Air freight carrying perishable food supplies to the UK stopped when air traffic restrictions were … Continue reading
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– Vote for us! – Slow Money to Support Homegrown
Slow Money is a movement that supports businesses like ours that seek sustainable business models that regenerate the local community, not just a bunch of shareholders at the top. Slow Money has announced their “Best Slow Money Business” competition and … Continue reading
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Healthcare reform bill included big GOP idea: individual mandate
The lawsuit against the health care overhaul filed Tuesday by Florida Attorney General Bill McCollum is focused on a provision that has long been advocated by conservatives, big business and the insurance industry. The lawsuit by McCollum, a candidate for … Continue reading
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