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How Does the Herbicide Glyphosate (Roundup) Work?
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Roundup is the brand name for the chemical glyphosate, which is the most widely used weedkiller today. Some hail it, some hate it, but what does it really do?
What makes certain foods so expensive?
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What makes certain foods so expensive? Here's the skinny on the price of certain foods. Learn why certain foods are so expensive.
Hidden Home Dangers Pictures
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Hidden home dangers pictures range from asbestos to air fresheners. Learn all about your toxic home with these hidden home danger pictures.
How Sustainable Agriculture Works
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How does sustainable agriculture work? Learn about green technologies and innovations in the field of sustainable agriculture.
How Organic Farming Works
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Consumers are becoming more and more knowledgeable about food safety and their health. As a result, organic farming has entered the agriculture mainstream. But what methods must be used, and how is organic farming certified?
What's the best way to keep pests out of my home?
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Home pest control isn't always chemical agents that exterminators spray -- there are green alternatives. Read about home pest control for your home.
When did we begin genetically engineering food?
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The practice of genetically engineering food started taking off after some key discoveries about DNA. Learn when we began genetically engineering food.
10 Common Genetically Modified Foods
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Common genetically modified foods are everywhere and aren't really easy to differentiate. Check out these 10 common genetically modified foods.
Is Insect Repellent Bad for Your Skin?
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Insect repellent on skin -- is it safe? Take a look at what is in insect repellents and if it is safe to have insect repellent on skin.
How Colony Collapse Disorder Works
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Colony Collapse Disorder refers to the disappearance of bees from their hives. Learn what Colony Collapse Disorder is and how it affects agriculture.