Fish Eco-Labelling Offers Only 'Modest' Benefit
The majority of eco-labels awarded to farmed fish fail to deliver the promised environmental benefit, according to results of a study released by researchers at the University of Victoria.
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Year: 2012
Iceberg Lettuce Pulled From Smith’s & Kroger Stores In 9 States
Dozens of Smith's and Kroger supermarkets in nine U.S. states pulled iceberg lettuce from their shelves because of salmonella concerns, officials say. …
Summer-Fresh Blueberries + Oatmeal = Breakfast Power Duo
Think super-duos: Fred and Ginger. Sand and surf. Ebony and ivory. Now add a new one: oatmeal and summer-fresh blueberries from Chile, the super-food combination that the Chilean Blueberry Committee, along with expert nutritionists, say packs the flavor and nutrition punch to help anyone fulfill their resolution to eat healthier in the new year. …
2nd Person Sues Schnucks Over E. Coli Outbreak
A man from St. Louis County is the second person to seek damages from Schnucks after falling ill during an E. coli outbreak linked to lettuce sold at local stores, according to a lawsuit filed Thursday in circuit court.
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Methyl Bromide Use Plunges In Santa Cruz County As Growers Switch To Alternatives
Santa Cruz County growers cut use of ozone-depleting methyl bromide by more than half and pesticides overall by 35 percent between 2009 and 2010. The decline came as the state saw a 9.5 percent uptick in pesticide use after a four-year decline, according to figures released Wednesday by the California Department of Pesticide Regulation. …