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Smarter Food: Does Big Farming Mean Bad Farming?
A common misconception in agriculture is that large scale farming is "bad." This article discusses farm size, conventional vs organic food production, sustainability, and various cultivation practices designed to protect and preserve the environment.
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Jane Black
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The Washington Post
Lessons Associated with this Resource
- Growing a Nation Era 3: Prosperity and Challenges
- Journey 2050 Lesson 1: Sustainable Agriculture (Grades 9-12)
- The Environmental Cost of Food