permaculture

["Lawrence F. London, Jr." <venaurafarm@bellsouth.net>]

On 8/25/2010 4:18 PM, Lawrence F. London, Jr. wrote:
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> Thank you Bob! I think you beautifully described how an alternative
> (really retro) system would work. Not only would it produce enough food,
> but, because people back then were more conscientious and prided
> themselves on their work, it could be much more wholesome than today's
> food supply. This system would also create many more local jobs and
> revitalize rural communities.
>
> Mike Lanier
> Agricultural Economic Development Agent
> NC Cooperative Extension
> Orange County Center
> 306-E Revere Road
> P.O. Box 8181
> Hillsborough, NC 27278
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There were very large cities before there were concentrated animal 
feeding operations.  How did they do it?  Many smaller town and rural 
communities around the country produced for themselves and had excess 
that was consolidated and shipped to suppliers in the cities.  This 
produced more vital rural communities throughout the country that 
created jobs on the farm, in the processing facilities, the farm 
equipment and supply dealers, and the many businesses that supported 
this system.  People in rural communities in the 1950's weren't rich, 
but they didn't require the assistance they do today.

Mike Lanier
Agricultural Economic Development Agent
NC Cooperative Extension
Orange County Center
306-E Revere Road
P.O. Box 8181
Hillsborough, NC  27278