"factory farming dairy production"
unknown author
Summary: Some dairy cows are forced to have a calf every year. "Like human beings, cows have a nine-month gestation period, and so giving birth every twelve months is physically demanding. The cows are also artificially re-impregnated while they are still lactating from their previous birthing, so their bodies are still producing milk during seven months of their nine-month pregnancy. With genetic manipulation and intensive production technologies, it is common for modern dairy cows to produce 100 pounds of milk a day — ten times more than they would produce naturally." As a result, the cows' bodies are under constant stress, and they are at risk for numerous health problems.
Approximately half of the country's dairy cows suffer from a bacterial infection of their udders. These cows often become so sick they cannot even stand so at early ages they are slaughtered and used for their meat. Instead of living 25 years they often only make it to about 4. Although the cows are being abused this occurs because it brings in a higher profit for farmers. This does not directly affect me but it does make me feel sad for the helpless cows.
http://www.farmsanctuary.org/issues/factoryfarming/dairy/
Sunday, March 29, 2009
factory farming
"factory farming environmental impact"
unknown author
Summary: To much animal agriculture depletes natural recources. It also causes waste, and the poor practice has forced farmers touse lots of land. "Forests, wetlands, and other natural ecosystems and wildlife habitats have been decimated and turned into crop and grazing land. Scarce fossil fuels, groundwater, and topsoil resources which took millenium to develop are now disappearing."
There is 130 times more waste being produced by these animals than that produced by humans in the united states. "Agricultural runoff has killed millions of fish, and is the main reason why 60% of America's rivers and streams are "impaired".In states with concentrated animal agriculture, the waterways have become rife with pfiesteria bacteria." In addition to killing fish, pfiesteria causes open sores, nausea, memory loss, fatigue and disorientation in humans. Even groundwater is being contaminated. This is not good. It may effect me in the since of my water being polluted but maybe we have all of these animals because its necessary for humans to eat their products.
http://www.farmsanctuary.org/issues/factoryfarming/environment/
unknown author
Summary: To much animal agriculture depletes natural recources. It also causes waste, and the poor practice has forced farmers touse lots of land. "Forests, wetlands, and other natural ecosystems and wildlife habitats have been decimated and turned into crop and grazing land. Scarce fossil fuels, groundwater, and topsoil resources which took millenium to develop are now disappearing."
There is 130 times more waste being produced by these animals than that produced by humans in the united states. "Agricultural runoff has killed millions of fish, and is the main reason why 60% of America's rivers and streams are "impaired".In states with concentrated animal agriculture, the waterways have become rife with pfiesteria bacteria." In addition to killing fish, pfiesteria causes open sores, nausea, memory loss, fatigue and disorientation in humans. Even groundwater is being contaminated. This is not good. It may effect me in the since of my water being polluted but maybe we have all of these animals because its necessary for humans to eat their products.
http://www.farmsanctuary.org/issues/factoryfarming/environment/
Sunday, March 22, 2009
mining 2
"Sierra Leone diamond miners go for gold"
March 20, 2009
Summary: Lately miners have been turning to gold since its prices have risen.
Gold has currently become a popular item to mine for. Diamonds on the other hand are causeing companies to lose money lately. That is why some companies are hoping to mine for gold in hopes of a better profit with that."Already in 2009 we have issued 10 licenses for gold, which is a large increase on last year, and we expect to issue more." "Diamond prices have fallen 7% this year according to Polished Prices, an independent news and price list provider." Nevertheless not all diamond mining companies are making the switch. Some are just laying off workers for the time being.This is not that great of news for me. Gold is something valued from my grandmas generation. To me it is no very attractive as jewlery. Who knows maybe it will be helpful in providing people with jobs around the world.
http://www.mining-journal.com/production-and-markets/sierra-leone-diamond-miners-go-for-gold
March 20, 2009
Summary: Lately miners have been turning to gold since its prices have risen.
Gold has currently become a popular item to mine for. Diamonds on the other hand are causeing companies to lose money lately. That is why some companies are hoping to mine for gold in hopes of a better profit with that."Already in 2009 we have issued 10 licenses for gold, which is a large increase on last year, and we expect to issue more." "Diamond prices have fallen 7% this year according to Polished Prices, an independent news and price list provider." Nevertheless not all diamond mining companies are making the switch. Some are just laying off workers for the time being.This is not that great of news for me. Gold is something valued from my grandmas generation. To me it is no very attractive as jewlery. Who knows maybe it will be helpful in providing people with jobs around the world.
http://www.mining-journal.com/production-and-markets/sierra-leone-diamond-miners-go-for-gold
Mining
"Australian state approves US$2.8 bn port project"
March 20,2009
Summary: Western Australia signed off on a $4 billion rail and port project on Friday, aimed at boosting exports and helping the development of new mining areas
"Construction on the project is set to start in 2010-11 with exports from 2013-14. The port could eventually ship up to 45Mt."MAny countries will beifit from this iron-ore rich project.(especially China). Prices started rising Sometime in 2002 for iron-ore when it became a more needed element. This may benefit me because in some way it may change the economy which is looking pretty poor currently but i doubt it.I'm not sure how in demand steel or metal is currently. The mining may harm people in accidents and such. It would be a scary job!
http://www.mining-journal.com/production-and-markets/australian-state-approves-us$2.8-bln-port-project
March 20,2009
Summary: Western Australia signed off on a $4 billion rail and port project on Friday, aimed at boosting exports and helping the development of new mining areas
"Construction on the project is set to start in 2010-11 with exports from 2013-14. The port could eventually ship up to 45Mt."MAny countries will beifit from this iron-ore rich project.(especially China). Prices started rising Sometime in 2002 for iron-ore when it became a more needed element. This may benefit me because in some way it may change the economy which is looking pretty poor currently but i doubt it.I'm not sure how in demand steel or metal is currently. The mining may harm people in accidents and such. It would be a scary job!
http://www.mining-journal.com/production-and-markets/australian-state-approves-us$2.8-bln-port-project
Sunday, March 15, 2009
waste management 2
"Waste Management- History of waste management"
March 6 2009
Summary: This article provides information on waste management and why it is now so complex in this day in age.
This article topic is important to me because as one who produces waste it is important that I know what to do with it for it to remain safe. "Some waste materials are normally safe, but can become hazardous if not managed properly. For example, 1 gal (3.75 l) of used motor oil can potentially contaminate one million gallons (3,790,000 l) of drinking" Just a small spill or accident (putting something in the wrong place like down a sink) can have a major effect."On a larger scale, government agencies at the local, state, and federal levels enact and enforce regulations governing waste management." I feel this article is reliable because it has been copy writen by professional industries.
http://science.jrank.org/pages/7297/Waste-Management.html
March 6 2009
Summary: This article provides information on waste management and why it is now so complex in this day in age.
This article topic is important to me because as one who produces waste it is important that I know what to do with it for it to remain safe. "Some waste materials are normally safe, but can become hazardous if not managed properly. For example, 1 gal (3.75 l) of used motor oil can potentially contaminate one million gallons (3,790,000 l) of drinking" Just a small spill or accident (putting something in the wrong place like down a sink) can have a major effect."On a larger scale, government agencies at the local, state, and federal levels enact and enforce regulations governing waste management." I feel this article is reliable because it has been copy writen by professional industries.
http://science.jrank.org/pages/7297/Waste-Management.html
waste management
Title: "Waste management twin cities"
3/12/09
Summary: This article discusses the waste management programs around the world. It tells what there purpose is how it is effective.
They have to follow many rules and regulations that were created to help make the earth a cleaner and safer place."WM joins resources with regulatory commissions, communities, citizens and other companies to seek solutions together, because on its own WM can make a start—but together a difference can be made." The goal is to protect the environment and natural resources by sponsoring "Wildlife Forever", a national non-profit environmental education and conservation organization based in Minnesota. They also contribute to Earth Day activities and many other community clean-up events throughout the area. This is very important to me because these kinds of programs were designed for the health and well being of humans. This is a reliable source because it comes directly from the waste managment official site. They have a link to be contacted and are a proffesional organization.
http://www.wmtwincities.com/environmental/
3/12/09
Summary: This article discusses the waste management programs around the world. It tells what there purpose is how it is effective.
They have to follow many rules and regulations that were created to help make the earth a cleaner and safer place."WM joins resources with regulatory commissions, communities, citizens and other companies to seek solutions together, because on its own WM can make a start—but together a difference can be made." The goal is to protect the environment and natural resources by sponsoring "Wildlife Forever", a national non-profit environmental education and conservation organization based in Minnesota. They also contribute to Earth Day activities and many other community clean-up events throughout the area. This is very important to me because these kinds of programs were designed for the health and well being of humans. This is a reliable source because it comes directly from the waste managment official site. They have a link to be contacted and are a proffesional organization.
http://www.wmtwincities.com/environmental/
Sunday, March 8, 2009
salmon at risk from pesticides
"Pesticides in Combination Shown to Increase Endangered Salmon Threat"
March 5, 2009
Source:the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS)
Summary: A study by the Environmental Health Perspectives finds that pesticide combination's cause more harm to endangered salmon than individual pesticides do.
A collection of data was recorded to indicate which pestisides had harm on the fish. This doesn't affect me in the fact that I hate fish because they taste bad and smell even worse. But in the long run it does because it affects the food chain and it also indicates the pesticides that are bad for the fish are bad for the water and all others drinking the water. Pesticides would make it challenging for the species to recover and spread their eggs. The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) released a plan for protecting Pacific salmon and steelhead from three toxins.
The impacts of pesticides on salmon were reviewed and a conclusion indicated that they jeopardize the existence of these fish.
March 5, 2009
Source:the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS)
Summary: A study by the Environmental Health Perspectives finds that pesticide combination's cause more harm to endangered salmon than individual pesticides do.
A collection of data was recorded to indicate which pestisides had harm on the fish. This doesn't affect me in the fact that I hate fish because they taste bad and smell even worse. But in the long run it does because it affects the food chain and it also indicates the pesticides that are bad for the fish are bad for the water and all others drinking the water. Pesticides would make it challenging for the species to recover and spread their eggs. The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) released a plan for protecting Pacific salmon and steelhead from three toxins.
The impacts of pesticides on salmon were reviewed and a conclusion indicated that they jeopardize the existence of these fish.
85 pesticides banned in ontario
"New Canadian Regulations Prohibit 85 Lawn and Garden Pesticides"
March 4, 2009
source: The star Ontario
Summary: "The Ontario government is set to announce sweeping new regulations that will prohibit the use of 85 chemical substances, found in roughly 250 lawn and garden products, from use on neighborhood lawns."
The prohibiting of these products seems to be the last step in the act that was proposed. Its nice to know that something is actually taking action rather than just making a proposal. This may affect my because its banning cosmetic products. Things such as house cleaners that I may take advantage of now may stop selling. It is a good thing but it may take some adjusting depending on what products are banned I guess. Weed killers may also be banned resulting in unhealthy looking lawns in the neighborhood. (at least in Ontario as of now). "However, golf courses and sports fields remain exempt. The use of pesticides for public health safety (e.g. mosquito control) is also exempt." I found this to be interesting...sports teams can use pesticides but our lawns at home must use alternatives? Shouldn't sports fields be included they are still harmful. These actions will probably take place around mid April just in time for spring! I don't know how the government will be able to ban the use of these products in homes that currently have them though...It may take time to have an affect.
March 4, 2009
source: The star Ontario
Summary: "The Ontario government is set to announce sweeping new regulations that will prohibit the use of 85 chemical substances, found in roughly 250 lawn and garden products, from use on neighborhood lawns."
The prohibiting of these products seems to be the last step in the act that was proposed. Its nice to know that something is actually taking action rather than just making a proposal. This may affect my because its banning cosmetic products. Things such as house cleaners that I may take advantage of now may stop selling. It is a good thing but it may take some adjusting depending on what products are banned I guess. Weed killers may also be banned resulting in unhealthy looking lawns in the neighborhood. (at least in Ontario as of now). "However, golf courses and sports fields remain exempt. The use of pesticides for public health safety (e.g. mosquito control) is also exempt." I found this to be interesting...sports teams can use pesticides but our lawns at home must use alternatives? Shouldn't sports fields be included they are still harmful. These actions will probably take place around mid April just in time for spring! I don't know how the government will be able to ban the use of these products in homes that currently have them though...It may take time to have an affect.
Tuesday, March 3, 2009
soil pollution from pesticides
Title: a 50 year old farm bill
By: Wes Jackson and Wendell Berry
January 4th, 2009
Summary: This article provides information on soil and the effect that pesticides have had on it.
It is scary to think about because of points that were brought up regaurding the fact that soil is abused all the time yet it is nonrenuable and very valuable. It doesn't have any substitutes that are powerful or friendly to the environment. "This irremediable loss, never enough noticed, has been made worse by the huge monocultures and continuous soil-exposure of the agriculture we now practice." The agriculture has added pollutants in toxic chemicals that are now also present in the water. As people try to help the soil and plants, they are actually essentially harming it. "And with an increase in the use of perennial plants and grazing animals would come more employment opportunities in agriculture" To stop this we need to be sure that farmers are paid well for there healthier goods and that that national agricultural policy is looked into and enforces its laws. This could affect my life because I could be consuming plants that grew in toxic soil. It coudl also lead to soil erosion which would lead to poor farming which would lead to a lact of food being produced.
By: Wes Jackson and Wendell Berry
January 4th, 2009
Summary: This article provides information on soil and the effect that pesticides have had on it.
It is scary to think about because of points that were brought up regaurding the fact that soil is abused all the time yet it is nonrenuable and very valuable. It doesn't have any substitutes that are powerful or friendly to the environment. "This irremediable loss, never enough noticed, has been made worse by the huge monocultures and continuous soil-exposure of the agriculture we now practice." The agriculture has added pollutants in toxic chemicals that are now also present in the water. As people try to help the soil and plants, they are actually essentially harming it. "And with an increase in the use of perennial plants and grazing animals would come more employment opportunities in agriculture" To stop this we need to be sure that farmers are paid well for there healthier goods and that that national agricultural policy is looked into and enforces its laws. This could affect my life because I could be consuming plants that grew in toxic soil. It coudl also lead to soil erosion which would lead to poor farming which would lead to a lact of food being produced.
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