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New federal rules aim to protect farm workers from the risks associated with exposure to pesticides. Advocates in New York are applauding the changes.Now…
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ConnectionsOne of the biggest challenges farmers face is pests. But what if safe sex for insects could curb this problem. No, you read that right -- safe sex for…
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ConnectionsWe’re talking Farm to Fork in Rochester with a new collaboration among the Public Market, the Westside Market, and the South Wedge Market. The goal is to…
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ConnectionsThe Good Food Collective started in 2009 and it’s aim was to link local farmers, specifically organic farms, with customers that may not otherwise find…
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ConnectionsShould young people go into farming? A recent opinion piece in the NY Times urged parents: Don't Let Your Children Grow Up to Be Farmers. The piece struck…
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ConnectionsEating locally sourced food is fine when the weather is warmer, but what happens when the weather turns colder...and it snows? The options are growing and…
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In this hour we continue our discussion on regional agricultural issues. We are headed for the harvest season, so how are the crops fairing in the region…