As spring approaches in the Northern Hemisphere, we anticipate the fluttering butterflies and the capering baby lambs, and we can also expect to see some birds hammered out of their minds in the trees, and perhaps on the ground. In most...

There’s a lot of confusion over what organic means, and food with that label might not be as healthy or environmentally friendly as you think.

To feed everyone in the future, we may need to disrupt 10,000 years of farming practices and turn agriculture into a closed system.

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If you’ve heard anything about pesticides, it’s probably about how toxic they are. But they make growing food more cost-effective, so when some make it into your groceries, how bad can they be?

As the world's population grows and the effects of climate change come into sharper relief, we'll have to feed more people using less arable land. Molecular biologist Jill Farrant studies a rare phenomenon that may help: "resurrection...

Don't be fooled! The yellow or white corn you see in the grocery store is only the tip of the rainbow-colored iceberg of corn coloration. And these more genetically diverse varieties of corn might just save our husks one day. <br/>

Why are GMOs bad? They aren't. They just aren't, not intrinsically, and certainly not for your health. We've been eating them for decades with no ill effects, which makes sense, because a genetically modified organism is simply an...

You've probably heard about the sudden and mysterious drop in honey bee populations throughout the U.S.A. and Europe. Beekeepers used to report average losses in their worker bees of about 5-10% a year, but starting around 2006, that...

Howcast - Learn some digital camera zoom tips from commercial photographer Dan Bracaglia in this digital photography lesson from Howcast.

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Howcast - Learn about in-camera cropping from commercial photographer Dan Bracaglia in this digital photography lesson from Howcast.

Howcast - Horse riding whips and crops are designed for a variety of purposes, including show jumping, dressage, cross-country, hacking, schooling and polo. Here are some guidelines for choosing a perfect fit.

Howcast - Artfully cutting your photos using your imagination and a few simple tools takes scrapbooking to new heights.

Bacon's Rebellion, a violent conflict between Virginia's poor working class and wealthy elite, had far-reaching consequences in North America.

This video provides an insightful look into modern wheat harvesting techniques from a farmer's viewpoint. It discusses the challenges and innovations in wheat farming, including the use of advanced machinery like the John Deere 9750...

This video features a farmer sharing their personal favorites among various squash varieties. Vicki Hertel, of Sun Gold Farm, discusses the unique qualities and culinary uses of different types of squash, including their taste, texture,...

Permaculture Instructor Andrew Millison visits the largest reforestation project in the world in the Southern Indian States of Tamil Nadu and Karnataka with the Isha Foundation, founded by Sadhguru. Andrew spent 5 days traveling around...

Explore the advanced technology behind modern combine harvesters. Learn how these machines contribute to efficient and large-scale farming operations, enhancing productivity and precision in the field.

As the world's population grows, how will we cope with the increasing demand for food? What would happen in a food crisis, and what can be done to prevent one? Human Geography - A Changing World - Learning Points. As the population of...

Can biofuels become the sustainable fuels of the future? Or does the energy used for their production, and impact on biodiversity mean they do more harm than good? Earth Science - Earth's Resources - Learning Points. Biofuel is cheap to...

Discover the challenges faced by the people that live in the Simien Mountains of Ethiopia.
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Explore how organic farming maintains the health of the environment. People and places - Environmental awareness and care - Caring for the environment Learning Points Organic farming avoids the use of chemicals. Plants that naturally...

Find out how a combine harvester separates grains from chaff using sieves.
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This video discusses the use of plant material for biofuel production as a way to reduce carbon emissions and combat climate change. It highlights the importance of finding alternative plant sources that do not compete with food crops...