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Pesticides used to kill pests, diseases, and weeds can harm pollinators and other beneficial insects. They can remove important flowers (food) and impact bee reproduction, navigation and memory.
Exposure to pesticides can also multiply the...
Plants can be beautiful additions to a home and provide a natural way to filter interior air. Many homeowners prefer to enhance their spaces with greenery and various flowers. Though that's a great way to design a home's interior, pet owners must exercise caution with plants to safeguard their...
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Orchards and U-picks are starting to move into the busy season and are welcoming large number of visitors to the farm. When you invite the public to your farm, there are additional food safety and liability concerns to consider to keep...
No one is invulnerable to cancer. When it comes to reducing their cancer risk, individuals take many steps, including changing their diets and following recommended timelines for various health screenings. However, one important strategy may never occur to the average person - getting one's home...
No one, regardless of their age, occupation, skin color, or socioeconomic status, is immune to cancer. In fact, individuals might be hard pressed to say no one in their family and/or circle of friends has been diagnosed with cancer at some point.
According to the National Cancer Institute, there...
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What are the risks with animals?
Cats are often welcome farm pets,
but should not be allowed to roam in the growing area
Image: Produce Safety Alliance
Fresh fruits and vegetables are grown in soil, under the sky and near both wild...
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