Kubota Supports National Farm Safety and Health Week

Kubota Reinforces Important Tractor Safety Reminders in Observance of Harvest Season National Farm Safety and Health Week, September 20-26, 2009 

G-20 Agrees to Phase Out Fossil Fuel Subsidies

The G-20 met in Pittsburgh this week to discuss global economic issues and agreed to eliminate fossil fuel subsides to combat gloabl climate change.

What Is Your Favorite Memory of America’s National Parks?

PBS and Ken Burns’ new series, “The National Parks: America’s Best Idea,” is stirring up interest in some of our country’s most beautiful and awe-inspiring nature, as well as its people. And it’s no surprise that many of MOTHER EARTH NEWS readers have fond memories of these wilderness areas. What are your favorite memories and stories regarding our national parks?

The National Parks: America’s Best Idea - A New Series from Ken Burns and PBS

Through this stunning new television series you can discover the captivating and unique wonders of our national parks, plus the passionate people who have shaped the history of America’s national parks system - the first of its kind in the world. Find out more about this incredible series, plus viewing information and links to some of the many extras PBS has created for this project, from sharing reader stories online to a beautiful book of the work.

Government Subsidies Favor Fossil Fuels Over Renewables

New research from the Environmental Law Institute shows that, from 2002 to 2008, the federal govenment gave more than two times the financial support it gave to renewable energy initiatives to fossil fuel production.

How to Smoke Your Own Chipotle Peppers

How to make chipotles and other smoked peppers using a biochar trench.

White House Launches Farmers Market

The White House will launch an open-to-the-public farmers market.

A Safety Report On Cell Phone Radiation

Cell phone radiation has been a concern for years, but yesterday the Environmental Working Group released a report that rates the safety of cell phones on the market.

The Best States for Wind Power

How windy is the area where you live? Some parts of the United States have much better natural wind resources than others, and many offer strong financial incentives that make installing wind turbines more affordable. Check out the resources listed here to find state wind maps, information about financial incentives for homeowners, and the latest news about where the big wind projects are being constructed.

Catharyn Elwood: Nutritionist

A Plowboy Interview with nutritionist Catharyn Elwood, the gracious, camera-shy author of “Feel Like a Million,” a book on nutrition and health.