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		<title>All You Need To Know About Organic Food by Bob Collins</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jul 2010 14:32:27 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>seekez</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>What is organic food? Although it has been discussed a thousand times, many still are in ignorance about organic food and I hope this article can shed light on understanding organic food.</p>
<p>Throughout the world the biological revolution concept is well known. The world market appetite trend for organic food products is increasing rapidly. The World [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What is organic food? Although it has been discussed a thousand times, many still are in ignorance about organic food and I hope this article can shed light on understanding organic food.</p>
<p>Throughout the world the biological revolution concept is well known. The world market appetite trend for organic food products is increasing rapidly. The World Market in 2006 was approximately 40 billion USD and over 30 percent or 12 billion euro&#8217;s in United States alone. The global organic market growth has risen by 20% annually since the early 1990&#8242;s. The future growth is estimated to be from 10-15% per year, depending on the country</p>
<p><span id="more-522"></span>The definition of organic food varies from country to country. Most countries agree that organic food is grown without the use of: Conventional pesticides, artificial fertilizers, human waste or sewage treatment sludge, not have been subjected to  ionizing radiation or contain food additives. Some countries will not allow organic produce that have been genetically modified to qualify as &#8216;Organic Food&#8217;.</p>
<p>These days the word &#8216;organic&#8217; foods is associated with organically home grown food and store bought foods that have no synthetic inputs artificially added. The term organic food or organically grown food is generally used, these days, in reference to food certified as organic. Some say organic food is tastier and more nutritious.</p>
<p>Organic Gardening &#8211; Gardening Organic gardening without the use of synthetic chemical pesticides or fertilizers artificial chemicals. It is said by some of his supporters to be more in harmony with nature. An organic gardener strives to work harmoniously with natural systems and to minimize and continually renewing the resources consumed by the garden. Organically grown products are also known for their superior flavor.</p>
<p>Organic Fertilizer &#8211; Organic fertilizers may actually be cheaper because you can do yourself. Fish emulsion is a common organic fertilizer. It is a type Tea made of dead fish. seaweed fertilizer is another tea-based fertilizers that many organic gardeners swear by.</p>
<p>Lets not forget Natural fertilizer made from kitchen trash!. It can be a little more work, but it is so rewarding, the advantages of growing organically far outweigh the few drawbacks.</p>
<p>Organic food consumption has become the trend today, but there are many people without a clear idea what the definition of organic foods.  This can be directly attributed to the fact that we seldom have sufficient information to organic foods. Using simple terms organic foods can be defined as food that is natural an does not require the use of any preservatives or artificial pesticides. Read on to find out these facts.</p>
<p>Organic Food Production &#8211; production of organic food is regulated by law. Currently, the United States, European Union, Japan and several other countries require producers to obtain organic certification for the marketing of food products such as organic.Organic protect against induced diseases and toxic chemicals while feeding our bodies for promoting good health. non-organic food appears to be cheaper, but it costs us Our health, our crops, ecosystems and our taxes to pay for the disasters that chemical farming create. chemical farming has led to erosion dramatic land, killing all species of birds and near extinction of some of our beautiful animals. sustainable organic agriculture and power people around the world. chemical agriculture can severely damage health of farmers.</p>
<p>The organic food benefits &#8211; Organic foods are natural and fresh, which boasts of its rich flavor. Thus, the head of his way to a healthy lifestyle, eating organic foods. Organic food contain phenolic compounds that protect against heart disease and cancer. Organic food ensures food quality when compared with conventional food that can&#8217;t compete.</p>
<p>Learn more about <a href="http://groworganically.org/blog">Buying Bird Feeders </a>.  Stop by Bob Collins&#8217;s Brittany site where you can find out all about <a href="http://groworganically.org/blog/backyard-store">Backyard Bird Feeders</a> and what it can do for you.</p>
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		<title>Environmentally Friendly Hydroponic Gardens</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 25 Jun 2010 15:30:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>seekez</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>Are you sick of constantly weeding your garden? Are you looking for ways to avoid using pesticides? Regardless of your reason, investing in a hydroponic system is a wise, environmentally friendly alternative to conventional gardening.</p>
<p>How does hydroponics operate Essentially, it&#8217;s the art of gardening without the use of soil. While soil is useful for some [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Are you sick of constantly weeding your garden? Are you looking for ways to avoid using pesticides? Regardless of your reason, investing in a hydroponic system is a wise, <a title="Environmentally Friendly Hydroponic Gardens" href="http://www.&lt;span class='posible_changer' id='spin_12' onclick='ShowSpinOptions(12)'&gt;learn&lt;/span&gt;togrowwith&lt;span class='posible_changer' id='spin_22' onclick='ShowSpinOptions(22)'&gt;hydroponics&lt;/span&gt;.com/" target="_blank">environmentally friendly</a> alternative to conventional gardening.</p>
<p>How does hydroponics operate Essentially, it&#8217;s the art of <a title="Environmentally Friendly Hydroponic Gardens" href="http://www.learntogrowwithhydroponics.com/" target="_blank">gardening without the use of soil</a>. While soil is useful for some things, such as conserving plant food or keeping the plant rooted in place, it also causes a wide variety of inconveniences as well. For example, most common garden pests are said to be found in the soil. There are also weeds, invasive plants, fungi, and other problems that soil contributes to.</p>
<p><span id="more-513"></span>Instead of soil, the plants are placed in highly nutrient-rich, heavily oxygenated water. Some growers favor to use alternative mediums to soil, such as clay pellets, Styrofoam, shredded bark, or sand. Oftentimes there are flourishing lights involved with(p) as well if they are being grown indoors. You will also need to invest in an air circulation system, whether it&#8217;s a simple fan or an air conditioning unit. This helps ensure that the plants have enough carbon monoxide to convert to oxygen.</p>
<p>Plants are perfectly capable of growing beneath a hydroponic system. In fact, studies show that plants grown in this matter tend to grow faster and induce higher quality results. As you can reckon, a hydroponic system would be useful in areas where the soil is too rocky or otherwise unplantable. For this reason, hydroponics is commonly used in mass producing certain foods.</p>
<p>What about using a hydroponic system in your own yard? There are a variety of benefits you can take advantage of. Not only can you use hydroponics in both indoor areas and outdoor areas, but you won&#8217;t have to worry about many of the common hassles of gardening, such as weeding, spreading pesticides, or replenishing the soil.</p>
<p>There are also a variety of different types of hydroponics to choose from. For example, one of the most common methods is to grow flowers, fruits, or vegetables in plastic containers, vats, buckets, and more. Another hydroponic system involves misting the plants with the solution or exposing the roots of the plant to a constantly running stream.</p>
<p>There is more to handling a hydroponic system than simply immersing the plants and letting them grow, however. You must also make sure that no insects or algae infest the containers of water. Keeping a constant airflow also helps dispel humidity, which can cause the growth of bacteria and cause the plants to wilt. Learn more about how to care for your hydroponic system today!</p>
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		<title>Living it up organically?</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 08 Mar 2010 16:09:44 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>seekez</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>Going organic is not just about food &#8211; it a better way of life. The organic ethos is synonymous with sustainable living &#8211; it is not just caring for ourselves and family, but caring for others and for the planet too.</p>
<p>Living Organically can also be fun!</p>
<p>Whether it is buying local organic produce, growing your own, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Going organic is not just about food &#8211; it a better way of life. The organic ethos is synonymous with sustainable living &#8211; it is not just caring for ourselves and family, but caring for others and for the planet too.</p>
<p>Living Organically can also be fun!</p>
<p>Whether it is buying local organic produce, growing your own, visiting an organic farm or going on an Organic Holiday, we encourage you to get involved,  join a local organic club or association, get an allotment and help yourself towrds a planet friendly &#8211; planet lifestyle.</p>
<p><strong>Buying organic local food gives you:</strong></p>
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<li>Food you can trust. Knowing where your food comes from allows you to eat with confidence.</li>
<li>A great taste experience. Eat your own organically grown or locally produced organic food</li>
<li>Fresh, seasonal produce. Light foods in summer and more filling in winter &#8211; get in step with the season&#8217;s delights!</li>
<li>Benefits your local environment. Local food means fewer food miles, less packaging and a living countryside.</li>
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<li>Makes you money go further. Creates more jobs and is good for the local economy.</li>
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		<title>Grow Organically in Brittany</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 10:55:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>seekez</dc:creator>
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<p style="text-align: justify;">Bob Collins seeks people who would like to learn how to grow organically in Brittany France by real experience.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Please let me know if you are interested by contacting us.</p>

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<p style="text-align: justify;">Bob Collins seeks people who would like to learn how to grow organically in Brittany France by real experience.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Please let me know if you are interested by <a href="http://www.groworganically.org/blog/about/contact-us/#utm_source=feed&amp;utm_medium=feed&amp;utm_campaign=feed">contacting us.</a></p>
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