permaculture

[Jennifer Nazak <jnazak@yahoo.com>]

Hi All,

Lawrence wrote (or forwarded), a message that included: "It is difficult to 
express how disappointed we are by the USDA's decision to completely 
deregulate genetically engineered (GE) alfalfa without restrictions. This 
news means farmers will now be able to plant Roundup Ready GE alfalfa without 
restrictions, beginning as soon as this spring."

So how can we turn this into an opportunity? To me, it signifies a golden 
opportunity for the local farmer. The only people I fully trust to grow my 
food are myself, my neighbors, and local farmers. So why not blast Facebook, 
YouTube, Twitter, and the various email forums with this message. 

The message could be along the lines of: The bad news is that GMOs have been 
deregulated. The good news is, there's a labeling requirement. The bad news 
is, you can't necessarily trust the "Organic" label, either. The good news 
is, you CAN trust your local farmers. The good news is, the most effective 
ways to boost the safety and reliability of your food supply are in your own 
hands: grow your own, swap with your neighbors, and buy from your local 
farmer.

People like to hear that there's something they can do right now.

Jenny Nazak, 512-619-5363
 
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