Crop College Essays Samples For Students

1. Introduction

According to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (2010), nearly one billion people suffered from hunger in 2010, representing nearly 16% of the population of developing countries. At the same time, the world population is growing and global warming threatens the production of crops. Profound changes are needed in the way that food production and food consumption are perceived, or the world may face mass starvation. Genetically modified (GM) technology has been found capable of feeding the world but there are concerns regarding its safety (Moseley 2002, Carpenter 2010). Consumer acceptance of GM foods in the ...

Moon and Balasubramanian 2001

In contrast, Garkell et al. (2004) contend that it is the perceived absence of benefits and not the assessment of risks that accounts for the low index of acceptance of GM foods by the European public. The authors reviewed the results of an earlier study where they used the Eurobarometer survey on biotechnology (EB52.1) to ask 1000 respondents in each of 17 European countries their opinions on whether each of 7 biotechnologies was (1) useful (an index of benefit), (2) risky (an index of risk), and (3) morally acceptable (an index of support) (Garkell et al. 2000). GM food ...

The world is full of mysteries and some of these mysteries are above the understanding of science, which even after having progressed a great deal in last two centuries fails to offer any rational explanations to such mysteries.
Crop Circles are one of such mystery phenomenon, which has for long eluded any valid and credible scientific explanation. Crop circles are patterns that appear in fields. The pattern is created when certain areas of the crops are tamped down, but others are totally intact (Wilson, n.d.). The patters formed are of different shapes and sizes and the phenomenon dates back ...

The Cotton Gin

Technology has undoubtedly improved the lives of people in all sections of life. Through improved technologies, now there are convenient and lot quicker ways for doing things that used to take a lot more effort and time in the past. Most importantly, the peasants who used to work by putting their lives on the line whilst on duty, have benefited greatly from the technologies that have been introduced in the industry and agriculture. There are three notable technologies that, when got introduced to the society and industry, revolutionized the way that people used to work. One such technology that ...

Introduction

As defined by the Brundtland Commission, sustainability is a "development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs" (EPA 2014). Food production and consumption patterns and trends are one of the main contributing factors to environment pollution today. In the event of a growing global population and demographic change, the sustainability issues arising out of the food system are likely to turn more serious in the near future. It is expected that the economic prosperity and the growth of population will increase the demand for food beyond the natural capacity, ...

1. Introduction

1.1 Perception of GM foods in the UK
According to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (2010), nearly one billion people suffered from hunger in 2010, representing nearly 16% of the population of developing countries. At the same time, the world population is growing and global warming threatens the production of crops. Profound changes are needed in the way that food production and food consumption are perceived, or the world may face mass starvation. Genetically modified (GM) technology has been found capable of feeding the world but there are concerns regarding its safety (Moseley 2002, ...

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Introduction
The extensive scarcity of food is known as famine, which causes a high extent of mass starvation in the region. The prevalence of famine has been observed in every continent of the world, however, some countries like Sub-Sahara Africa still encounter with the drastic effects of famine (Baro and Deubel 522). The current paper enlightens the causes and effects of famine and presents the preventive measures to reduce the prevalence of famine.

Causes

The scarcity of food is observed to be caused by the ineffective distribution of food or imbalance in the demand and supply of food. ...

Genetic modification, as the name suggests, is a biotechnological process by which the genetic material in an organism such as plants is altered in a manner that does not take place in the nature or via nature-influenced recombination. Such organisms which are called as the Genetically Modified Organisms or GMOs find immense practical applications in the modern times. They are used extensively for carrying out medical and biological scientific work, are used to manufacture new pharmaceutical medications and importantly, are used in agriculture to produce good quality crops. The reason why genetic modification has gained prominence in agriculture is because it ...

Introduction

The Bayer AG is a German multinational chemical company that deals in pharmaceutical and was founded in 1863 by Barmen. As a chemical and pharmaceutical company, Bayer AG was the first company to produce aspirin in large quantities at a time when it was considered the best cure in the world. From this point, Bayer AG has strategically placed itself from this time to control the cosmetics and pharmaceutical market in the UK and other reading partners that interact with the UK. In terms of business, Bayer AG has invested in doing research and coming up with new products ...

A gene is a DNA code that contains some accurate information that determines a particular characteristic in a given crop. Genetic modification of crop plants refers to the process by which a DNA from a different plant or animal is introduced to another plant. The new gene introduced leads to a permanent change in the genetic makeup of the cell to which the new DNA is introduced (Freedman, 2009).
According to Chrispeels, Sadava and Chris peels (2003), there are several steps through which genetic modification of crops is done. The gene is first isolated from the plant or an animal containing it. This process ...

In 1946, it was discovered that deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) could be transferred from one species to another species, which gave rise to the idea of creating genetically modified organisms (GMO). The first breakthrough in genetic engineering of plants came about 40 years after the above-mentioned discovery in the form of antibiotic resistant tobacco (Bawa & Anilakumar, 2013). Some of the resistance-conferring genes transferred into the plants have toxin producing capabilities, which have made GM crops a prime target for many social and ethical debates (Grover et al., 2014).

Steps in GM crop production

Eukaryotic organisms are made up of DNA, which consists of the same ...

INTRODUCTION

There is general discontent and uneven acceptance of genetically modified foods in the world all over. This has led to the development of regulatory frameworks in many countries to control its use or at the least monitor them. The sudden increase in discontent prompting different control and monitoring approaches such as labeling can be attributed to a lot of factors. First, organic farming is on the rise globally, and as a worthy competitor of genetic modified foods, organic farmers are advocating for the labeling of GM foods in order to advance their health and environmental risk concerns. The discontent is so ...

Dear fellow Gardeners,

Pesticide application is essential to increase yields from various crops per unit area. Noticeably, most gardeners fail to adapt prevention measures and this necessitates pesticide application to avoid damage by pests that can decrease yields. Normally, there are two types of pesticides; that is, synthetic and natural/organic pesticides. Certainly, it is pertinent for all gardeners to understand the advantages of natural and synthetic pesticides in order to choose their best option.
Quite a number of gardeners experiences early blight of tomato. Specifically, early blight of tomato is a disease that affects leaves, fruits and stems. The disease also causes the ...

Egypt developed into a world economy during the nineteenth century. This was as a result of the complete transformation of the agricultural sector that saw cotton become Egypt`s main cash crop. Development in agriculture was accompanied by numerous changes ranging from Egypt`s social structure, land tenure institutions to the agricultural practises and techniques employed. This paper seeks to discuss at length the Egyptian agriculture, the importance of agriculture to Egypt and the different changes that has been experienced in the agricultural sector at large. Moreover, it aims at verifying the importance of cotton farming in Egypt and the level ...

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter 2: Literature review
2.1 Definition of GM products and foods.
2.2 Historical development of GM Foods.
2.2.1 Bioengineering and agriculture.
2.2.2 Biopharming.
2.3 GM food regulation and legislation

2.3.1 Production regulations

2.3.2 Import regulations

2.3.3 Labeling requirements
2.3.3.1 Article 8 Regulation (EC) 258/97.
2.3.3.2 Regulation (EC) No 1830/2003: Traceability and labeling.
2.3.3.2.1 “May contain GMO” labels.
2.3.3.2.2 “Does not contain GMO” labels
2.4 Risk assessment of GM ...

Abstract:

The socially disadvantaged farmer is in a perpetual struggle to maintain farmland in the United States of America. Land possession among this social group has declined at a high rate well into the 21^st century. Government programs and banking industry components have played a crucial role for the disadvantaged farmers who are losing their farmland due to illicit business practices, ignorance, and greed. The small American farmer has endured discrimination, poverty, pest infestation, industrialization, and indelible hardships that have persisted for many generations. Their survival depends on the virtues in which our country fought and stands for.

Introduction

Socially Disadvantaged ...

Technology has grown enough to support human living through agricultural innovations. Application of genetic engineering has developed considerably since the 20th century. In particular, modified crops have created mixed views on their effects to environmental, health and climate. This paper through, the speaker (Michael Pollan) in the video, “Open Source Food and Genetic Engineering” has his views reviewed and evaluated for a critique.
The speaker faults genetically modified food for failing to increase crop yields. Pollan further explains how engineering has allowed farmers to handle more land due to the resilience and resistance exhibited by these plants as the ...

As disclosed in the annual crop report, 2013, the crop of soybean and corn were quite low in production during 2012 on account of drought in Midwestern areas of USA. With low production/supply and continued demand in the market, prices of these food crops suffered a high shock and were at high levels because of shortage in the market.
However, this year the condition seem favorable with corn production has increased upto 28% and corn inventory by the end of September was estimated to be 824 Million bushels, while production of soybean increased by more than 8% and the ...

As disclosed in the annual crop report, 2013, the crop of soybean and corn were quite low iin production during 2012 on account of drought in Midwestern areas of USA. With low production/supply and continued demand in the market, prices of these food crops suffered a high shock and were at high levels because of shortage in the market.
However, this year the condition seem favorable with corn production expected to be record high with the increase of 28%, while production of soybean is expected to be more than 8%, as compared to last year . Now with the production ...

- Analyze two of nine new challenges emerging from climate change and how these two challenges can be responded. Give some examples.
The climate is changing, and it's not a distant phenomenon which might take place one day in future years, it is happening right now. This change which is mostly caused by human activity is definitely one of the greatest global challenges of our time resulting in global problems of the mankind: the increase of average overall temperature, level of the oceans, melting of glaciers, declining crop yields and other ghastly devastating repercussions. Hereinafter two challenges resulting from ...

Hemp is a traditional plant that has been used in the production of various products. Such products include cosmetics, insulation, and construction materials. Other products are nutritional supplements, paper, as well as other manufactured goods. It can be grown as a fiber, seed, or a dual-purpose group crop. Commercial cultivation of hemp is prohibited in certain countries. The anatomy and structure of the plant suit its industrial functions. This paper examines the anatomy, structure, development, as well as the growth patterns of the plant. Additionally, it explores uses, ecological niche, and the differences between a male as well as ...

Goose hunting is one of the waterfowl hunting sports that involve hunting birds for food or leisure. Hunting of geese can take place on crop fields where they feed and on or close to water bodies like swamps, ponds, rivers and lakes. Apparently, goose hunting is not an easy sport. It presents a tougher challenge than other bird hunting genres since it requires considerable preparation for a successful hunting session. What most people don’t know is that goose hunting is protected by the Migratory Bird Treaty Act and implemented by The US Fish &Wildlife Service. This essay outlines ...

Several people in different parts of the world in both developed and developing countries go without or with little food every day. This is attributed to the fact that there exists not enough food to supply the needs of the people in these countries. As result of factors such as war, political feuds, poor economic prosperity and poor infrastructure, hunger and poverty are generally witnessed in such countries. Therefore their use of genetically modified food is seen as a source of relief to the starving population. It has to be understood that the use of Genetically Modified food may not ...

Coevolution refers to the process through which two or more diverse species jointly or reciprocally affects each other’s evolution as well as development. It can also be defined as the change in the genetic composition of species in a reaction to the genetic modification in another species. The idea of coevolution is mainly considered as the reciprocal evolutionary change or modification of the interacting species. For instance, species C evolves, which results species D to evolve, which effects species C to evolve, then causes species D to evolve and the process repeats itself in that sequence. Many commentators usually ...

Chapter 5

Demographic transition occurs in four main stages. Stage one is characterized by high birth rates and high death rates. In particular, the birth rate and the death rate as in equilibrium. The stage existed up to 18th century when the demographic changes began to occur. Diseases and famine are the main causes of death. Stage two is characterized by high birthrate with a decline in the death rates. The agricultural practice is improved with public health increasingly becoming better. The population increases. Stage three is characterized by decline in birthrate. The population tends to stabilize. Urbanization, pressure on agriculture, changing ...

Exercise 3

Life as a Basket maker II band member living around 600 B.C.E. or 2600 years in the northern Southwest of northern Arizona and southern Utah proved extremely challenging during the short life expectancy of clan members only lasting 25 years for an adult. Traveling from the Phoenix area to the Colorado Plateau took the band through extremely rough terrain into basins and over mesas. The journey went through the land of the volcanoes where black hardened lava rock covered the cone shaped mountains left by volcanoes with the biggest occurring over 50,000 years ago. As a basket maker band, communal ...

- When and where did rice emerge historically?
The origin of rice has always been a debatable issue because of a multiplicity of archaeological sites that have evidence on rice planting in China, India, Thailand and parts of Africa. According to Chang (n.d.) the Chinese believe that rice originated from their country and this notion is supported by genetic studies on rice. This is backed up by the fact that China has a lot of wild rice. Rice is said to have been planted in China as early as 2700 BC. In the 1920s rice glume imprints which were dated 3200-2500 ...

Scientific research has for a long time depended on the inductive method for the purpose of forming of theories and hypotheses. This method is also referred to us inductive reasoning and is the direct opposite of the deductive method. In this method, there are experiments that are carried out then specific observations made. From the observations, there are generalizations drawn for the sake of having a conclusive agenda. The basis of this method is that it derives generalizations from the hypothesis. Even though the observations may have some level of accuracy, there is always a provision for a false derivation (Gauch, 20).
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Fungi are a group of organisms that are very diverse with secure ties to the field of agriculture. A number fungi lead to annihilating crops diseases as others are crops themselves such as mushrooms. Some groups of fungi are utilized successfully for crops protection from various pests. The most important fungi are the ones that are utilized as biological control agent (Jackson, Schisler, Slininger, Boyette, & Silman, 1996).
There are several advantages related to the use of fungi for biological control. Fungi have the ability to actively infect and cause death to the weed or insect host. Spores of fungi ...

Genetic engineering entails the use of technology in direct manipulation of an organism’s genome. As a branch of biotechnology, genetic engineering is important in the development of crops by enhancing production of adequate and quality food crops. Genetic engineering centers on the artificial modification and the transmission of genes from one organism to another. The genetic engineering technology is influenced by different farming methodologies and people’s eating patterns. This gene modification technology is essential in guaranteeing steady food production while ensuring that the food crops are drought, pest, and insect resistant free.
The improvement of genetic engineering ...

In “Ode to Autumn,” what is the State of Mind of the Poet?

The theme of the Romantic Period is nature; John Keats is one of the famous poets of this era. In his poem “Ode to Autumn” that has appeared in more anthology than any of his other poems; he uses imagery, word choice, and structure to express the speaker’s state of mind.

“Ode to Autumn” is Keats’ last ode. He wrote it after an autumn’s Sunday evening walk while he was staying in Winchester. “He was alone at Winchester, rejoicing in perfect September weather and in a mood more serene and contented than he had known for long or ...

It is one of the ironies of history that the “old west” was actually the last area of the north American continent to be settled. By 1860, for example, San Francisco, California was a booming city of 56,802 persons making it the 15th largest city in the nation (San Francisco Population). Kansas City, meanwhile, had a population of 4,418 (U.S. Census Bureau). Denver, Colorado was already the “Queen City of the Plains” with a population of 4,749 (Population of Denver, CO). These three communities are important since Denver and Kansas City represent the western and eastern ...

Food and Agriculture

The use of modern technology in food production in the United States has led to mechanization and the production of agrochemicals that kill weeds and pests and act as crop fertilizers. This has resulted in farms shifting to monoculture as a preferred method of crop production. This method involves the use of large tracts of land to produce the same species of crops every year. Modern Biotechnology has also enabled the creation of Genetically Modified Organism that are crops whose genetic structure have been artificially modified to give them some desired characteristics.
The use of monoculture as a method ...

Introduction

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has always been a big issue for the last several decades. It has been established from Europe and the U.S. consecutively over series of reckless actions from Multi-National Corporations (MNCs). Since the start of the new notion, international firms have upgraded their ethical regulations and code of conducts so as to demonstrate to their shareholders that they are a liable and responsible business unit and that the profit availed to the stakeholders are not from unethical activities (Heinz, 2014, p.49). CSR entails multiple stakeholders, including employees, shareholders, media suppliers, consumers, the general public and even ...

The United Nations declared 2013 as the International Year of Quinoa in the hopes that the grain is the answer to world hunger. Now considered as a healthy food, quinoa (pronounced as keen-wah) has increasingly become a popular food staple in the United States of America especially after popular personalities such as actress Gwyneth Paltrow and mega host and philanthropist Oprah Winfrey endorsed the lowly grain in their blogs and television shows. Health enthusiasts consider it a super-food considering the many benefits one can derive from it. Quinoa is a good protein source as compared with other grains, which ...

Introduction

In this paper, I argue that the present coffee crop system in Brazil is and has always been destructive to the interest of local people and small farms. Furthermore, I contend that coffee plantations are based on a system established during the colonial era and reflect those inequities. I dispute the idea that the government in Brazil is trying to help small growers; evidence shows that the government has not established polices at local or national levels to protect Brazilians. In what follows, I will discuss 1) how the nineteenth century coffee plantations in Brazil came on the scene ...

The Cotton Gin

The cotton gin was an invention that contributed largely to American history. 1793 was the year when Eli Whitney invented the cotton gin, the machine designed to remove the seeds from the cotton plant after it was harvested. The cotton gin was a very simple invention which did not require much effort on the part of the human workforce because the machine did all of the work. The agricultural South in America consisted mainly of farmers and slaves who worked in the cotton fields and were responsible for the harvest and production of cotton.
Farmers knew that the cotton ...

Cocoa is a crop that mostly thrives in low-tropical regions such as western Africa, Latin America, and Indonesia (Franzen & Mulder, 2007). The harvest is a source of income for many people around the globe. The current rising consumption of cocoa products makes it suitable for farmers to diversify their growing methods. The cocoa bean dates back to more than 1400 hundred years when Incas and Aztecs used the bean as currency (Shafi, Reshi, & Bashir, 2018). The cocoa bean evolved into a large-scale growing and gained huge familiarity across many European nations. The cocoa bean has several uses, mainly because it ...

“Learning and fun go together; playing a game is fun therefore there is some learning in every game”, a game designer told me once. Let us analyze this statement for deductive reasoning. I shall call this as statement number one in this paper for future reference. I will reflect upon his argument in the light of the understanding that I got in my reading ‘Think Critically’ on deductive logic and in this process, I also understood how ‘only’ when used in English as a natural language could have logically different and sometimes misleading meanings. I will evaluate if the deduction as in ...

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This presentation is all about gene expression in the plant especially in flowers. The main interest relates to the consequences of gene duplication on affected flowers. Gene duplication occurs in several different ways. During this occurrence of the duplication, there are some features that are related to the duplication. Some of the features are the gene loss (mutation), new function (New functionalization), and subfunctionalization. The project also talked about different part of flowers and what genes are responsible for such expression. The classes of genes that are listed are the A-class genes, B-class genes, C-class genes, ...

“Hot: Living Through the Next Fifty Years” by Mark Hertsgaard focused on likely impacts due to environmental and concomitant implications arising out of unmindful scientific advancements and their technological deployments (Hertsgaard 176-217). The writer visualized vulnerable food and water supplies, drought, flood, mass migrations, deadly heat waves, and rising sea levels in the future fifty years, in section, entitled "How will we feed ourselves?" The chapter also suggested ways and means to “manage the unavoidable and avoid the unmanageable”. Adaptation to the environmental changes and mitigation of problems are the two key factors of the entire effort. The chapter ...

Global Famine – Sustainable Food Production

Introduction
“Coming Famine” is a discussion paper declaring the need for huge increases in the world’s food production, to avert the real prospect of a famine of global proportions (Cribb 2007). The main body of the paper describes the numerous indicators that point towards a famine. One possibility to offset those negative predictions is the development and wider use of genetically-modified crops that allow more food to be grown on the same areas of land. “Genetically modified organisms” (Millis 2006) provides some useful information in that regard. My paper also examines articles, reports and views on needed actions from other ...

Arguably, after the civil war in America, the entire nation, especially the south faced a difficult era in rebuilding its economy, dealing with freed African American slaves, as well as rebuilding of the government. The reconstruction process included change of labor systems, agricultural systems, as well as sharecropping. The progressive changes were objectively focused in rebuilding a new America. After the civil war, many resources were needed to rebuild the nation; in fact, the 1870s depression worsened the situation. This is because many farmers experienced tremendous decrease in crop prices and production, with cotton production dropping by approximately fifty percent in ...

Genetic food modification is the laboratory process of artificial alteration of the genes in the DNA of a food crop or organism majorly used for human consumption, using the novel science and biological techniques based on the molecular and structural composition of food crops or organisms (Freedman 4). Genes carry genetic information that is key determinants of the trait that an organism will have; traits like color, disease tolerance, disease susceptibility, among other traits. Through recombinant DNA technology, the gene makeup of an organism and characteristics can be altered or be injected in another organism. With the knowledge that modification ...

Applying the knowledge of microeconomics in practice allows solving various issues that producers are facing. The importance of microeconomic analysis becomes more evident during the periods of economic slowdown like the current one. As the economic activity decreases, prices fall and firms have to find ways in order to remain profitable. This issue is crucial for agricultural producers, that currently facing the simultaneous decrease in prices and increase in input costs, as indicated by the recent news article (Hawkes, 2016 July 19). The author believes that the USDA program would help to reduce variable costs in the crop industry. ...

The number of people on the planet continues to increase and with them, the need for more and more nutritious food grows. For that reason, scientists seek research to genetically change plants and animals to provide medicine, good, and organisms not for consumption. As the public is exposed to information on genetically modified organisms (GMOs), strong opinions are forged concerning the safety of eating them. Questions arise over the risks presented to human beings and the environment, if GMOs are really necessary to supply the world with adequate amounts of food, if there are alternatives, and what surrounding ethical ...

Abstract

The debate over the potential benefits of organic foods and conventional ones has been ongoing for quite a long time. Due to numerous reasons, consumers believe that organic foods are healthier, environmentally friendly as well as possess ethical option and they are not far from the truth. A number of scientific evidence indicate that organic foods are better for nature, involves high animal welfare, natural and great tasting foods aspects as well as safer and healthier option than non-organic ones. Studies reveal various reasons why consumers choose organics and interestingly most consumers who go for organics do so because ...

Abstract

This essay outlines the factors affecting food security such as food production and delineates innovative approach of vertical forming. The issue of food security bears relevance because of the unequal distribution of food in the world especially between the rich and the poor. The world produces sufficient food for its populace, and a lot of factors such as income, availability and so forth determine access to these foods. The word ‘food security’ has been coined to identify the impediments to food access and to help deal with them to ensure food availability. Many factors affect food security, and these ...

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Sweden is the largest country in the Northern Europe and is situated on the Scandinavian Peninsula. It has the lowest income inequality rate in the world. It shares boarders with Germany, Denmark, Russia, Lithuania, Poland, Latvia and Estonia. The country is predominantly agricultural, and it is notable for its wide forest resource when compared to other European nations. As Schack-Nielsen points out, “around 4% of Sweden’s workforce relies on primary sector” and around 6% of total land is used for agricultural purposes (Schack-Nielsen 34). Sweden has 21 counties and 25 provinces, and these divisions serve ...

It is common for most to believe that the desire to legalize marijuana comes from the mouths of drug addicts and recreational users. This claim, however, is not justified. There are several reasons to legalize marijuana that have nothing to do with recreation or getting high. Marijuana can be a viable food source, as well as a source of material and even a food when grown as a crop and used as hemp. Marijuana can also be used successfully in the treatment of many medical conditions such as glaucoma, pain management, and chemotherapy. For these reasons, marijuana should be legalized.
For decades, ...

The Biological Basis

The term Genetic Modification (GM) refers to the techniques by which the genetic composition of a plant is manipulated by adding specific genes to it. Every plant contains genes, which are DNA sequences containing information that determine its specific characteristics or traits. The genes are “inheritance units” that provide instructions for the development and functionality of the plant’s next generation. Crop plants modified through this process are called GM or genetically engineered crops, or transgenic crops (“Process of Developing Genetically Modified (GM) Crops.”, n.d.). The principal steps in the process are:
- The wanted gene is isolated; e.g. ...

Effect of continuous production of cotton on soil in Texas

Soil conservation involves management strategies that help in the prevention of soil from being eroded from the earth’s surface. Soil conservation also prevents the soil from being chemically poisoned by activities such as acidification, overuse, salinization and other chemical related contaminations. Water conservation involves the strategies, activities and policies put in place to manage fresh quality water. In Texas, dust bowl region, the continuous production of cotton in the early twentieth century and the nineteenth century had a devastating effect the soil around the region.
It is shown in records that, between the years 1926 and 1937, the ...

The thrillers of Alfred Hitchcock have not been strangers to unconventional protagonists – from Vertigo’s cowardly, power-hungry Scottie Thompson to Rear Window’s incapacitated paranoiac LB Jeffries, to the hapless journalists and playboys of his early British spy capers like Foreign Correspondent and The Lady Vanishes. Part of the thrill of Hitchcock’s thrillers is seeing a clear sense of comedy and irreverence mingling evenly with the serious, atmospheric cinematography of his films. North by Northwest is no exception, mining comedy out of an otherwise highly tense spy thriller through the haplessness of his protagonist, ad executive Roger Thornhill (Cary ...

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- Food miles and 100-mile diet
A 100-mile diet refers to a diet that consists of foods raised and grown within 100 miles of a dinner table (Tancock). Usually, food travels some 1,500 miles before reaching the dinner table in North America (Tancock). The traveling miles are called “food miles” and affect the environment, quality of food and farming practices. Food miles increase carbon emissions through the numerous planes, boats, and trucks involved in the transport of food materials. In addition, food miles promote unsafe agricultural practices because the consumers are unlikely to visit the farms ...

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Introduction

Food industry is the largest and the most critical part of our society. As a matter of fact, it has already reached an estimated sales of four trillion dollars globally in 2002 (Regmi and Gehlhar, 2005). Moreover, the food industry is the main producer of nutrition for the entire population. Dell’Aquila and Cioffi (2004) focused on fresh vegetables and fruits and discusses that EU rules are counterproductive by increasing neither the import nor the export of quality products. Vancauteren and De Frahan (2006) estimated a model called the structural gravity, and stated that bringing together of food policies ...

Throughout history, the phrase ‘sustainable agriculture” has been subjected to a variety of definitions. This lack of consensus in terms of defining sustainable agriculture has resulted in a situation whereby no real progress has been made when it comes to conservative agricultural practices. The purpose of writing this letter is to advocate for the formulation of a unified definition of sustainable agriculture. As the official body charged with such issues, I urge the Office of Sustainability to look into this matter immediately.
Currently, the agricultural practices taking place in our nation are to a huge part environmentally non-conservative. Conventional farming techniques have ...

The ultimate nutritional value of any food is primarily dependent on its ability to support growth, reproduction and health over successive generations of humans or animals. Farming methods, as well as food preparation techniques, have a significant influence on the nutritional value of food. Some farming methods and food preparation techniques lead to the production of highly nutritious foods while others lead to the production of foods that are not relatively nutritious (Boland et al., 2000).
One of the most popular farming methods currently is organic farming. This farming method mainly relies on green manure, compost, crop rotation, mechanical ...

Providing an example to some specific cultural practices that exists within different communities in the world, we can immediately associate the kind of the meal each community consumes with their cultural practices. Cultivated rice can be referred as one of the distinguished developments in pre-historic and historic time. There has been a fierce debate for quite some time over the original producer of rice. In the recent days, there has been evidence that suggests Oryza Sativa rice was first adopted from a specific community around the middle area of the Pearl River in southern China. This breed of rice was first ...

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The Caribbean
- Bermuda was first discovered by a Spanish sailor called Juan de Bermúdez, in the year 1505.
- Virginia Company, an English private organization, chartered by James I, established a settlement on the island in the year 1609.
- Sea venture, the vessel of the Virginia Company sailing under Admiral Sir George Somers, was bound to Jamestown, when the entire fleet of nine ships caught in a storm and took refuge in the island of Bermuda.
- Two new ships (Deliverance and Patience) were built out of the wreckage of Sea Venture and the survivors ...

As disclosed in the annual crop report, 2013, the crop of soybean and corn were quite low iin production during 2012 on account of drought in Midwestern areas of USA. With low production/supply and continued demand in the market, prices of these food crops suffered a high shock and were at high levels because of shortage in the market.
However, this year the condition seem favorable with corn production expected to be record high with the increase of 28%, while production of soybean is expected to be more than 8%, as compared to last year . Now with the production ...