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Producing and obtaining food / [writer: Ana Deboo].

Deboo, Ana. (Author). World Book, Inc. (Added Author).

Summary:

"An exploration of the environmental, health, and social issues of modern agriculture. Features include fact boxes, sidebars, activities, glossary, list of recommended reading and Web sites, and index"--Provided by publisher.

Record details

  • ISBN: 0716614197
  • ISBN: 9780716614197
  • Physical Description: 64 pages : color illustrations ; 27 cm.
  • Edition: [2010 edition]
  • Publisher: Chicago : World Book, [2010]

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Bibliography, etc. Note:
Includes bibliographical references (page 62) and index.
Formatted Contents Note:
What is conventional agriculture? -- The rise of agribusiness -- Genetically modified foods -- Environmental effects of conventional agriculture -- What is sustainable agriculture? -- Alternatives to synthetic chemicals -- The organic movement -- The growth of organic agribusiness -- Examining organic foods -- The social issues of agriculture -- Making green food choices -- Fruits and vegetables -- Meat and poultry -- Dairy products and eggs -- Seafood -- Beans and grains -- Chocolate and coffee -- Where to shop -- Green practices at home -- Going green at school.

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Agriculture > Environmental aspects > Juvenile literature.
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Agriculture > Social aspects > Juvenile literature.

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