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The Limone dell'Etna, Sicilian excellence cultivated for over two centuries, has obtained the IGP mark

Limone dell'Etna has become part of the excellences of the EU register of Protected Geographical Indications (Igp). He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him Good […]

No to GMOs: the petition of the inhabitants of Hawaii to ban them

No to GMOs in Hawaii. Hawaii could become the first region in the United States to completely ban GMOs. The revolution is already underway, island after island. The island of Kauai has already approved a proposal to prevent its territory from […]

Bayer and Basf defeated in court, maxi compensation is underway: historic ruling on Dicamba

Historic sentence in the usa. Bayer and Basf will have to compensate peach farmer because Dicamba would damage his crops He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him Trouble […]

Bee killer pesticides: 11 countries to authorize them again "by emergency" (and the UK has already done so)

The United Kingdom has decided to authorize the use of neonicotinoids for the yellow virus emergency on sugar beet He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him After […]

What really lies behind organic products: a trip to Hipp's bio-farm

Discovering Hipp's bio-farm, a company that dedicates itself with the utmost care and conviction to organic-biological agriculture. He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him "We […]

Biodegradable paper made from banana waste is saving potatoes from pests and chemical pesticides

According to a new study, an eco-sustainable paper can be obtained from banana waste that can protect plants from parasites. He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him Wrap […]

Xylella: organic fertilizer arrives that could avoid the felling of diseased olive trees

A compound containing copper and zinc, compatible with organic farming, could help olive trees fight the Xylella bacterium. This is revealed by new research that could shed new light on how to treat the majestic olive trees affected by the bacterium […]

Solid rain: from Mexico the solution against drought? (VIDEO)

For at least a decade, Mexican farmers have chosen solid rain as a solution to combat drought. What is it about? For […]

Glyphosate and cancer: historic decision by a US judge, will lead the way in other lawsuits by patients against Monsanto

Legal actions against Monsanto by those who have contracted cancer or by the family members of those killed by this disease could take a new turn. From the United States, comes a historic decision by a "hero" federal judge, which has effectively […]

Glyphosate, yes, is potentially carcinogenic: the review of studies reconfirms it

A review of the studies that regulatory authorities analyzed to authorize the use of glyphosate confirmed the carcinogenicity of glyphosate. He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him The […]

Eco-incentives 2010: everything you need to know about the replacement of tractors and agricultural machinery

With a circular issued on 20 April, the Ministry of Agricultural Development clarified the terms for receiving the 2010 eco-incentives provided for by the ministerial decree of 26 March 2010 to companies for the purchase of tractors, agricultural […]

Roundup Monsanto: 5 more reasons to ban glyphosate

Roundup under indictment. The effects of Monsanto's Roundup herbicide, a glyphosate-based product, were recently the subject of a study by a group of Danish scientists, who investigated the effects on enzyme activities and gastrointestinal health […]

Glyphosate and cancer: farmer heroes suing Monsanto

Still problems for Monsanto. A couple of coffee farmers who had worked at South Kona Coffee Farm in Hawaii have sued Monsanto claiming that the GMO multinational has deliberately kept the carcinogenic effects of glyphosate under wraps for years. He […]

GMO: 5 insect pest species immune to Monsanto corn

Have GMOs Failed? Five new insect species have become immune to the insecticidal proteins emitted by Monsanto's GMO crops of corn and cotton. Specifically, these are those genetically modified varieties in such a way as to release harmful substances […]

Vandana Shiva signs the Universal Charter of Cultivated Land Rights

Vandana Shiva, scientist and ecologist committed to defending the environment and promoting a fair and sustainable model of agriculture, was the protagonist in the last days of two important events: the presentation of the Universal Charter of […]

Monsanto's Roundup pesticide also causes genetic mutations in tadpoles

Roundup causes mutations in vertebrate morphology. It is the most widely used herbicide in the world, produced by the infamous Monsanto, which, according to the results of a study by the University of Pittsburgh published in Ecological Applications, […]

The free peasant school of Mondeggi where you can learn for free to take care of the land

Would you like to learn the peasant art? Mondeggi's free and free school could be for you! In the scenario of the occupied farm, from January to May the appointment with practical and theoretical lessons returns to carry out the work of the land […]

Manuka honey: Japan wants to block imports from New Zealand after traces of glyphosate found in analyzes

Japan imports large quantities of Manuka honey, one of New Zealand's specialties, but is ready to block shipments He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him Japan […]

These tons of avocados will never make it to the tables - they are left on the ground to rot

Tons of second-rate avocados left to rot in a landfill due to oversupply and too high costs of packaging and transport Tons […]

Chlorpyrifos: the US court orders to ban pesticides that damage development in children

The San Francisco Court of Appeals obliged the EPA to definitively rule on chlorpyrifos by banning it within 60 days He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him Some […]

Malles: the apple country that has decided to ban pesticides

Malles, the apple village of Val Venosta, in South Tyrol, has decided to ban pesticides. A great achievement that could increase the cultivation of organic or in any case untreated apples. A few years ago we talked to you about the certainly not […]

Lemons infested with the dangerous “black spot” fungus arrive at the port of Catania, they came from Argentina

Two containers containing Argentine lemons infested with a dangerous parasite, the so-called black spot of citrus fruits, are blocked at the port of Catania Two […]

Sikkim, the first 100% organic state, receives the UN 'for the future' award

The UN has awarded the "Future Policy" to the state of Sikkim, an award dedicated to those who "create better conditions for present and future generations". He is about to end up run over, his mother […]

Roundup, Monsanto's pesticide may be causing the rise in gluten intolerances

A comparative study claims that Monsanto Roundup's pesticide is responsible for the increase in cases of gluten intolerance He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him A […]

Apricots: in Tuscany an oasis to cultivate and rediscover ancient varieties

Ancient fruits. Approval in agriculture over the last few decades has led to the loss of many ancient varieties of fruit and vegetables. Commercial needs have overcome the desire to safeguard the food heritage that nature offers us spontaneously. […]

Glyphosate and toxic herbicides pollute soils in North America: alarming data in new study

Glyphosate and toxic herbicides pollute the soils of North America not only in terms of agricultural use. Researchers at the University of Minnesota are now asking land managers to better document the use of herbicides. He […]

Bayer and Monsanto: green light for Trump's US agrochemical giant

Bayer-Monsanto wedding, the green light also arrives from the United States. The approval by the US antitrust will therefore allow the acquisition by Monsanto for a figure equal to 66 billion dollars, creating the largest producer in the world […]

GMOs and pesticides: the study on the environmental impact of genetically modified crops arrives

In recent years, the growing spread of genetically modified crops has led to a significant increase in the use of herbicides, due to weeds that have become increasingly resistant: this is revealed by a study conducted by a team of economists from […]

GMO: Monsanto seeds treated with poison?

Does Monsanto use substances that are poisonous to humans and animals to treat their seeds? The alarm arose from the online publication of an image of a Monsanto seed packet by Food Warrior Netowrk. According to what is reported on the package, […]

Natural, non-toxic and made in Italy rubbers: this is how dandelion will supplant rubber

Natural, non-toxic, ecological and made in Italy rubbers? Yes, it is possible! An ENEA study, published in the international journal BMC Genomics, opens up new perspectives for the production of natural rubber in Europe as well, as an alternative […]