New research published in the journal Agriculture and Human Values reveals that global food and health policy is controlled by a "complex web of ultra-processed food producers" that include Coca-Cola, Nestlé and PepsiCo. The reason why farmers are under the knife by the climate brigade for "polluting" the planet is because the large, multinational corporations that produce most … Continue reading Global food policy is controlled by ultra-processed food giants Coke, Nestlé and Pepsi
Food supply THREAT: If California cuts off water to farms, ALL of America will face food shortages
It has become something of a joke to many conservatives to wish the worst for California due to the state’s left-leaning political structure. But what many “red” state inhabitants fail to recognize is that without Californian agriculture, the country would starve. Fresh leafy greens, citrus fruits, almonds, avocados, rice, and so much more is grown in … Continue reading Food supply THREAT: If California cuts off water to farms, ALL of America will face food shortages
British government offering farmers “lump sum” payments to stop growing food, sell their land
The United Kingdom has introduced a new program that offers lump-sum, fiat cash payments to farmers who agree to stop farming and sell their often multi-generational, family-owned land to the government. According to reports, farmers who accept the cash must either retire or take on a different job of which the government approves. The British government is … Continue reading British government offering farmers “lump sum” payments to stop growing food, sell their land
MEGADROUGHT: Is a new dust bowl on the way?
Much of the Western United States is currently under severe “megadrought” conditions that some speculate could turn into the next dust bowl. Lack of precipitation is causing farmers to be cut off from irrigation supplies, which means no water for crops and eventually no food in the grocery store – not to mention bankruptcies and other associated … Continue reading MEGADROUGHT: Is a new dust bowl on the way?
Despite record-breaking drought conditions, California officials are draining reservoirs
The Golden State is entering yet another severe dry season and the state government is responding by draining all the reservoirs and dumping all that precious fresh water straight into the ocean. Shocking new reports indicate that over the past several weeks, the California State Water Board has routed at least 90 percent of Delta inflow right … Continue reading Despite record-breaking drought conditions, California officials are draining reservoirs
Coronavirus looms over fruit and vegetable growers, threatening yet more disruptions of the food supply
Outbreaks of the Wuhan coronavirus (COVID-19) are emerging in U.S. fruit and vegetable farms and packing plants, causing officials to worry about further disruptions to America’s food supply. The outbreaks come after thousands of meat plant employees contracted the virus, which led to those plants shutting down. This resulted in shortages of meat in groceries around the country. Workers harvesting … Continue reading Coronavirus looms over fruit and vegetable growers, threatening yet more disruptions of the food supply
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 