Environment

The National Council of Human Sciences, Technology and Humanities (CONAHCYT) has a wide, deep and well documented dossier that demonstrates the risks to health and biodiversity of genetically modified corn and its associated herbicide, glyphosate. However, the U.S. government has dismissed this evidence in its trade dispute against Mexico, accusing it of unfair practices since the U.S.-Canada-Mexico Trade Agreement (T-MEC) by refusing to use these corn products in mass production for staple foods such as tortillas, among other dishes.

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For the past 11 years, Vía Orgánica has been fighting to protect the 64 native corn varieties and hundreds of local strains in Mexico. We invite you to support this vital struggle through your donation. Every contribution helps sustain our efforts to protect ancestral resources, food sovereignty, and the right to preserve the culinary traditions of Mexican cuisine, which UNESCO has recognized as Intangible Heritage of Humanity.

As a worldwide network of 600 partners in 80 countries on every arable continent, Regeneration International will multiply the number of certified farmers and acreage by using financial and agronomic incentives to encourage and motivate producers to adopt the best organic, regenerative, and agroecological practices. Our network building is designed to be scalable. We expect it to multiply, especially in the Global South, as farmers and land managers learn the benefits of adopting agroecological, regenerative, and organic best management practices, verifying them, and then getting paid for them. The first pilot projects have started and will become catalysts for change in their communities.

Lighting is a crucial part of garden and landscape design. Lights are used to extend the hours of use in the garden, light driveways and pathways to make them safe and for general security. However, all artificial lighting has an effect on wildlife and the local ecosystem, so it is important to light gardens responsibly.

We conclude yet another great year, where we achieved so much, even though the odds were against most agricultural practices. It is safe to say,  this was probably the toughest year for the agricultural movement on the continent. In the same breath, I am inviting you to a space of celebration. The regenerative agriculture and agroecology movements are gaining traction in the face of the above mentioned issues.

The current mainstream narrative is that climate change is caused by carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from fossil fuels and methane emissions from farm animals. The solution is to reduce fossil use, scale up renewable energy, and eat less, preferably no, meat. Read here for more information.

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Saving money has always been a priority, and depression era hacks prove that simple methods can make a big difference. These tips are rooted in practicality and creativity, offering ways to stretch your resources without feeling deprived. Whether it’s reducing waste, finding new uses for old items, or cutting costs in everyday life, these ideas are as useful now as they were back then. They’re perfect for anyone looking to spend smarter and live more resourcefully. Let’s explore these timeless tricks and see how they can work for you today.