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July 4th, 2009

What Is Sustainable Agriculture?
Horticultural
Crops
Field Crops
Soils & Compost
Farm Energy
Water
Management
Pest Management
Organic Farming
Livestock
Marketing, Business & Risk Management
Education
Other Resources
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Publication List


ATTRA - National Sustainable
Agriculture Information Service
P.O. Box 3657
Fayetteville, AR 72702
800-346-9140 (English)
800-411-3222 (Español)
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Looking for the latest in sustainable agriculture and
organic farming news, events and funding opportunities? We feature all
that, plus in-depth publications on production practices, alternative
crop and livestock enterprises, innovative marketing, organic certification,
and highlights of local, regional, USDA and other federal sustainable ag activities.
Conversations from the Field
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This spring's Conversations from the Field features Crystine Goldberg and Brian Campbell, who run Uprising Organics Farm in Acme, Washington. Read More » |
The EQIP Organic Application
The recently announced Organic Initiative within the EQIP offers a significant opportunity for organic and transitioning organic growers to
receive financial assistance in implementing conservation practices as part of their Organic Systems Plan or Organic Transitions Plan. The program will be offered each of the next five years; however, future funding levels may depend on the level of participation in the current (May-June 2009) sign-up period. This information should help you in understanding and applying for this initiative in the short term and over the next 6 years. Learn more »
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Website of the Week
The Alternative Farming Systems Information Center (AFSIC) specializes in identifying resources about sustainable food systems and practices. AFSIC works to ensure a sustainable future for agriculture and farmers worldwide and to advance access to global information for agriculture. AFSIC focuses on topics related to sustainable and alternative agricultural systems, crops and livestock.
Learn more »
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2009 Americorps Vista Opportunity
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Get hands-on experience in green-collar service! Help promote and implement solutions for sustainable energy consumption in Arkansas. The National Center for Appropriate Technology (NCAT) is currently seeking one AmeriCorps VISTA members to serve in our Fayetteville, Arkansas office to increase awareness of the energy needs of low-income people and engage community members to help meet those needs
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Ecological Pest Management
ATTRA has created a new, on-line pest management tool for farmers. This database highlights reduced risk materials that can be integrated with ecological pest management strategies. |
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| Are rising energy and fuel costs affecting your farm or ranch? Check out our Farm Energy section to learn about using energy efficiency and renewable energy technologies, as well as sustainable agriculture practices, to combat these rising costs, increase profits and help protect the environment. Read more >> |
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ATTRA - National Sustainable Agriculture Information Service is managed by the National Center for Appropriate Technology (NCAT) and is funded under a grant from the United States Department of Agriculture's Rural Business-Cooperative Service. Visit the NCAT Web site for more information on our sustainable agriculture projects.
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