Technology Growing on Farms –Moisture, acidity and nitrogen sensors in soil, farm management software, 3-D modeling, robots applying chemicals are some of the technologies that are enabling farmers to micro-manage crops in order to cut labor costs and inputs, increase yields, and increase profits.
In the News | Sustainable Food, Weight Watchers, Food Waste
Eco-friendly Sustainable Food – David Gelles reports in the Sunday Business section of The New York Times that Unilever’s chief executive officer has made sustainable production a priority; less water used, more efficient packaging, soybean production eco-friendly.
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From the Lab to the Classroom
Professor Sarah Ash grew up in Connecticut, the child of two academics in psychology who filled their house with interesting people and ideas. Though she didn’t start out intending to be a professor herself, the lifestyle and intellectual rigor has made for a fulfilling career. She pursued a major in biology, but
Landscaper to Restaurant General Manager
From landscape designer to restaurant manager, William Watts wove an interlocking journey in a career that he loved for 37 years. Growing up in New Jersey, William spent a lot of time with his grandmother cooking and gardening. “I loved cooking and gardening with her,” he said in a recent interview.
From the News | Careers of Ginsburg and Steinem, Negotiating Salary
Spurred to Action and Career – Meeting at the Supreme Court, old friends Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Gloria Steinem, both in their early 80s, discuss expectations and choices for women in the 50’s, what led them to become leaders of the women’ rights movement and their careers.
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Book Review | The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle
According to author Eckhart Tolle, our “incessant mental noise” is usually full of judgement, comment, complaints, labels, criticism and blocks our ability to connect with our true selves.
From the News | Food Choice Research, Processed Meat, Sugar
Here are some interesting stories to pay attention to. As a professional in the field, how will you apply the latest news?
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From the News | Whole Foods, China Food Safety, Future of Food, GMO
Here are four things I’m paying attention to in the food world, and I think you should too: Whole Foods Layoffs, Food Safety in China, What is the future of food? Is it indoor vertical farming? Food Movie – Consumed is an interesting concept
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