Farm

Sustainable agriculture strives to produce food in a way that maintains the health of the land, protects the people who work it, and benefits those who enjoy its abundance.

This program provides an inside look at an organic farm and an organic retail store and discusses the day-to-day challenges and rewards of working in this field. Organic farming includes a wide range of jobs in production, marketing and distribution.

Organic farming is a very competitive business, but for people with an interest in growing food, plus muscle power and brains, it can be a rewarding career. Many people in this industry grew up on farms, but there are also opportunities to start at an entry level and learn the business. It is by definition local, so there are opportunities anywhere, in both rural and urban settings. 22 minutes, color.

Jobs profiled in this program include:
Farm Manager, Retail Sales Manager, Organic Produce Buyer.

Grade Levels: 7 to Adult

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Take a look at the science behind genetic engineering and see how it is used in food crops and animals. Learn where and why this technology is used and look at the science-based concerns about the use of genetic engineering in agricultural production systems. Series: “University of California Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources” [10/2004] [Public Affairs] [Science] [Show ID: 9057]

Duration : 0:29:49

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A simple idea led two women into a thriving new farming enterprise. Build backyard mini-farms for homeowners who want to start growing their own fresh herbs and vegetables lasting throughout most of the year. Recipes from this episode: Kale Philo Bake and Crookneck Squash and Tomato Slices. Links to these recipes are below.

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For Crookneck Squash and Tomato Slices recipe: http://cookingupastory.com/recipes/crookneck-squash-and-tomato-slices/

Duration : 0:5:33

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