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Cooperatives (3) Agriculture is changing. Large agribusiness corporate farms are driving many family farms out of business. Cooperatives help to even that playing field. Genetically Modified (14) Genetic modification of agricultural products is a huge and very hot issue affecting agricultural production and policies the world over. This section provides links to sources on all sides of the issue. |
Organic (8) The Organic agriculture market is exploding. |
Rural Futures : Agriculture Links
- Across Montana, sheep make short work of weeds
- Seventeen projects of the Montana Sheep Institute are underway across the state, including a ranch outside Missoula, where nearly 2,000 ewes and lambs are making short work of a leafy spurge infestation. Economically, sheep are a lot cheaper than chemicals, and insects are a more long-term solution--10 to 20 years down the road. The spurge is healthier than native grasses, with nearly three times the protein. Sheep can be part of a solution to what has become a very serious problem in the West.
(Added: 15-Sep-2003 Hits: 80 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) Rate It - Action Group on Erosion, Technology and Concentration
- Works for cooperative and sustainable self-reliance within disadvantaged societies, by providing information and analysis of socioeconomic and technological trends and alternatives. Strength is in research-analysis on topics including plant genetic resources, biotechnologies, biological diversity, biopiracy and in the development of strategic options related to the socioeconomic ramifications of new technologies.
(Added: 13-Feb-2002 Hits: 100 Rating: 7 Votes: 4) Rate It - Agricultural Marketing Service
- The Agricultural Marketing Service includes six commodity programs--Cotton, Dairy, Fruit and Vegetable, Livestock and Seed, Poultry, and Tobacco. The programs employ specialists who provide standardization, grading and market news services for those commodities. Science and Technology Program and the Transportation and Marketing Program improve market access for growers with small-to medium-sized farms, and promote regional economic development.
(Added: 6-Nov-2003 Hits: 81 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) Rate It - Agricultural Policy Analysis Center
- Understanding how core issues will affect your day-to-day and long-term operations doesn't have to be a guessing game. You have a partner when you connect with the University of Tennessee and the Agricultural Policy Analysis Center (APAC). We are your link to critical knowledge and policy analysis to help you understand the consequences of agricultural policies and economic conditions.
(Added: 20-May-2003 Hits: 70 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) Rate It - Agricultural Tourism
- Agricultural tourism is a flexible income source, allowing landowners to continue farming while offering innovative ventures. Ecological tourism, while generating revenues, conserves the environment and reinforces responsible use of soil, water, forestland and other natural treasures.
(Added: 25-Apr-2003 Hits: 122 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) Rate It - Alpaca Research Foundation
- The Mission of the Alpaca Research Foundation is to encourage and support scientific research which benefits the North American alpaca industry, primarily in the areas of alpaca health and husbandry, genetics and fiber.
(Added: 9-Mar-2004 Hits: 180 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) Rate It - Alpaca Sellers
- Alpaca Sellers was launched in early 2003 to match buyers and sellers anywhere in the world. You can search the listings by country or globally. in this on-line global directory you can search or advertise:
Alpacas for sale,
Alpaca Breeders,
Alpaca Stud services,
Alpaca Auctions, and more.
(Added: 9-Mar-2004 Hits: 186 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) Rate It - Alpaca.com
- You will find everything you need to know about alpacas, alpaca breeders, farms, alpaca products and services all with our exclusive AlpacaFinder� Program.
We offer only screened, registered huacaya and suri alpacas selected from Premier Alpaca Breeders.
Ask a consultant about our exclusive, Alpaca.com Buyers Advantage Program. Quality, Integrity and Service are assured with North America's Premier Breeders.
(Added: 27-May-2004 Hits: 190 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) Rate It - AlpacaNation - Alpaca Industry's Central Marketplace
- AN is a centralized marketplace for the alpaca industry -- alpaca breeders, alpaca products and services. We provide access to the latest alpaca farming information, stimulating the growth of the global alpaca industry.
(Added: 9-Mar-2004 Hits: 185 Rating: 0 Votes: 0) Rate It - Alpacas as a Business
- Alpacas present a unique business opportunity. For the owner willing to put forth the necessary work, substantial income can be made from the sale of alpaca breeding stock. However, it is important for new or prospective alpaca owners to realize that these alpacas do not sell themselves. There are a number of resources available for those wanting to start an alpaca business. This resource has excellent information to start you thinking.
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