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Why in the World Do U.S. Presidents Pardon Turkeys?
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Every year the U.S. president pardons a turkey and Americans eat it up. Not the bird, but the ceremony. How did this priceless tradition even start?
How Hydroponics Works
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Hydroponics is the practice of growing plants without soil. Learn more about how hydroponics uses water as the nutrients for plants.
How to Start a Community Garden
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A community garden might be the answer if you're strapped for green space. See how you can start a community garden even if you live in an apartment.
How Seed Banks Work
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Seed banks store our world's seeds, in case disaster wipes out a plant species. Find out how seed banks protect our future.
10 Worst School Lunch Menu Items
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As obesity and other health problems rise, parents should be on the look out for these 10 worst school lunch menu items. Buyers beware!
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.
Scientists Develop Quick-Growing Coral Method to Save Dying Reefs
Coral grows faster when it's cut or broken and scientists are taking advantage of that to replenish depleted reefs.
Natural Cosmetics 101
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Natural cosmetics can be a safer choice in makeup. Learn what exactly natural cosmetics are and if going natural is always better.
How Aquaponics Works
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Aquaponics is the farming of both fish and crops in one system. The crops thrive on the fish waste. Learn more about aquaponics.
Will victory gardens help us beat high food prices?
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During WWII, a victory garden was a symbol of patriotism. Today, it symbolizes a different victory. Could the victory garden fight rising food prices?