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The Rise of Bioengineered Food and Agricultural Biotechnology
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Agricultural biotechnology is the process of genetically engineering the food we eat. Learn about agricultural biotechnology.
Wasted Food in the U.S. Could Feed Much of Population
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In the US, 21 percent of landfill space is filled with food. HowStuffWorks looks at new proposals that aim to reduce food waste by 50%.
Hass History: How Mexican Avocados Came to Rule the U.S.
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America just can't do without Mexican avocados. And the Mexican cartels want a piece of the pie.
The U.S. Wild Pig Population Is Exploding
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The feral pig population in the U.S. is a growing problem in nearly 40 states. HowStuffWorks NOW looks into how the USDA intends to tackle the issue.
How WIC Works
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What is WIC? Read about the Women, Infants and Children program and how WIC helps needy families get the nutrition they need.
Will the U.S. be a desert in 50 years?
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Will the U.S. be a desert in 50 years? Learn about the chances of the U.S. becoming a desert in the next 50 years.
How Food Stamps Work
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Food stamps offer people with low income ways to purchase basic food items. Learn about food stamps and the food stamp program in this article.
How the Beagle Brigade Works
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The Beagle Brigade is an important part of U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Find out what how they protect the borders from HowStuffWorks.
Top 10 Kids' Meals
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Kids can be picky eaters, but with this top ten kid's meals list, you'll never go wrong. Check out top 10 kids' meals and get cooking.
How many people does one farmer feed in a year?
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One farmer's annual output can feed many people -- but exactly how many? Find out how tricky it is to see how many people a farmer feeds each year.