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Food System
Salad Greens in Suburbia
Sep 21st, 2011 | By jeff
In a movement propelled by environmental concern, nostalgia for a simpler life and a dollop of marketing savvy, developers are increasingly laying out their cul-de-sacs around organic farms, cattle ranches, vineyards and other agricultural ventures. They're betting that buyers will pay a premium for views of heirloom tomatoes—and that the farms can provide a steady stream of revenue, while cutting the cost of landscaping upkeep.
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Food System
The Link Between the Energy Market and the Food Market
Sep 21st, 2011 | By jeff
In this article from the Wall Street Journal on September 3, 2011, Brian M. Carney asks the question, "Can the World Still Feed Itself?"
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Transportation
A Look At Fuel Efficiency
Mar 25th, 2011 | By jeff
Check out this article on Autoblog.com for an interesting graphic that provides some insight into the fuel efficiency of vehicles powered by:
- Gasoline
- Diesel
- Electric
- Combination (hybrid)
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