Aid to Tsunami Survivors
On this last day of 2004, Sally Fallon and I wish you a most empowering and profound of New Year’s. With the devastation and loss of life that […]
2004 Action Alerts
Financing Barriers for Small, Sustainable Farmers
Self-Help, one of the nation’s largest community development lenders (http://www.self-help.org/), announced the release of a research report on financing barriers for small, sustainable farmers, “Funding the New Harvest.” […]
Food Additives and GM Foods to Change Status in Australian Food Code?
Australia and New Zealand are considering changes to their food code, inviting stakeholders to pass comment on a raft of propositions from food additive approvals to labelling requirements. […]
Safeguard Our Food From Drug-Producing Crops
The next wave of genetic engineering includes plants that have been altered to produce pharmaceuticals and industrial chemicals. An ear of corn could actually be a biological factory […]
Invitation to the Annual Winter Meeting of the Maryland Organic Food and Farming Association
Saturday, January 8 in Annapolis, MD We have an exciting line up of workshops and round table discussions–everyone will be able to take away something new. Come volunteer […]
Take Action – Tell the FDA Not to Approve Irradiation for Seafood!
An industry trade association, National Fisheries Institute (NFI), petitioned the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry to allow for the […]
Oregon Residents: Take Action to Protect Oregon State Food Inspection!
This alert is for residents of Oregon, but as states across the country continue to struggle with budget problems, eveyone should all keep an eye out for similar […]
Survey for Food and Organic Entrepeneurs
Note: This is a survey created by Investors’ Circle for food and organic entrepereneurs, start-ups and mature for-profit companies whether they are interested in creating venture capital or […]
FDA Extends Time to Review Soy
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced it is in the process of reviewing a petition for a health claim that suggests the consumption of soy protein-based foods […]
Congress Rejects Voluntary Country of Origin Labeling (COOL)!
Two wins! The amendments to make country of origin labeling (COOL) voluntary and to exempt factory farms from certain environmental laws both failed to make it into the […]
Action Needed to Protect Country of Origin Labeling (COOL)!
This week, Congress will be back in session to wrap up the budget bills that were not completed before the election. Rumor has it that opponents of country […]
ORGANIC FARMING BOOSTS BIODIVERSITY
http://www.newscientist.com/news/news.jsp?id=ns99996496 Organic farming increases biodiversity at every level of the food chain all the way from lowly bacteria to mammals. This is the conclusion of the largest review […]
Grazefest Princeton Celebrates Pasture-Based Farming
This month, food stores and restaurants in Princeton, New Jersey, will honor farmers who raise their animals on pasture as part of Grazefest, a national grassroots promotional campaign […]
12th Annual Urban-Rural Food Systems Conference
November 13-14, 2004 in East Troy, WI also Sat. Evening Harvest Dinner & Dance ($15) and Sun. Chefs-Farmers Banquet ($35) (in Southeast Wisconsin 45 min southwest of Milwaukee) […]
12th Annual Urban-Rural Food Systems Conference
November 13-14, 2004 in East Troy, WI also Sat. Evening Harvest Dinner & Dance ($15) and Sun. Chefs-Farmers Banquet ($35) (in Southeast Wisconsin 45 min southwest of Milwaukee) […]
Sustainable Table Launched to Help Families Eat Healthier
GRACE (Global Resource Action Center for the Environment) launched a new campaign – Sustainable Table – to help educate consumers on how to shop smarter, eat healthier and […]
Announcing the Passing of Chef Bank Szerenyl
We are very sorry to announce the death of Chef Bank Szerenyi last week due to complications following a brain hemorrhage. Those of you who attended the conference […]
REAL MILK, RAW MILK MEETING – HAWTHORNE VALLEY fARM, NEW YORK
A reminder about the Real Milk.. . Raw Milk meeting on Sat., Oct. 30 from 11 AM to 2:30 PM. It takes place at the old farm store […]
Fall Wise Traditions Delayed Until Early December
The fall edition of Wise Traditions will not be mailed until early December. Because of the early October date for the conference and all the work that had […]
Upcoming Conferences
1. Restoration of Native Seed , Stillwater, OK – October 29-30 2. Animals in the Food System, Michigan State University, Lansing, MI – November 3-4 3. Soul of […]
Court Declares Open Season on Private Medical Records
On Wednesday October 6, the District Court of Appeals, Fourth District, Florida, ruled against Rush Limbaugh in his bid to keep his medical records private after the State […]
Restoring Our Seed Conference December 4-5, 2004 in Vermont
Ever wonder how generations of farmers without advanced degrees grew their own seed and developed the foods of today? Join us to learn how to: * Grow, select […]
WAPF Comments on the Report of the 2005 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee
In late September, Sally Fallon testified before the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee on the Report of the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee on the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2005 […]
Wise Traditions Conference Recap
The 2004 Wise Traditions Confernce just completed was a phenomenal success. Over 650 folks attended the three-day conference, many more than we expected. We thank all of you […]
Conservation Security Program Public Comment Period EXTENDED
Please help to defend and help shape the best possible Conservation Security Program (CSP). Submit your personal comments by October 5, 2004 The Conservation Security Program (CSP) was […]
CA Governor Vetoes Food Irradiation Bill
In a blow to California’s parents and students, Governor Schwarzenegger vetoed AB 1988, which would have required school board approval and parental notification before irradiated foods can be […]
Send Comments to Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee by Monday, September 27, 2004
Public comments are being accepted on the Report of the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee on the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2005. They are due by 5 pm EST […]
Visit Polyface Farms, Shenandoah Valley, VA
One of the oldest environmental-friendly farms in the US Enjoy a guided wagon tour of this inspiring farm with the innovative farmer & teacher, Joel Salatin. Learn how […]
Family Cow Project
The Family Cow Project 25 Geissler Rd. Montesano, WA 98563 360-589-8025 A Ripe Opportunity Summary The Family Cow Project is just finishing its first year of business and […]
Comments Requested on the 2005 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee Recommendations
The U.S. Departments of Health and Human Services (HHS) and Agriculture (USDA) announced that public comments are now being accepted on the Report of the Dietary Guidelines Advisory […]
Dietary Guidelines and the Food Pyramid
The USDA’s Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion (CNPP) just concluded the public input phase of the redesign of its ubiquitous Food Pyramid. The USDA plans to unveil […]
Help Defeat Mandatory Mental Health Screening For Children
The American tradition of parents deciding what is best for their children is, yet again, under attack. The pharmaceutical industry has convinced President Bush to support mandatory mental-health […]
Cow Disease
Tuesday Night, September 7, 2004, Coast to Coast National talk show with millions of listeners will discuss mad cow disease (BSE) and “Mad deer” (CWD in the U.S.) […]
Memorial Service for Stephen Byrnes Honorary Board Member of WAPF
A Memorial Service will be held for Stephen Byrnes, Saturday, September 25 at 1PM. Steve suffered a stroke on June 10, 2004. Dr. Stephen Byrnes passed away on […]
Information Alert CA Legislature Passes Food Irradiation Bill
A Memorial Service will be held for Stephen Byrnes, Saturday, September 25 at 1PM. Steve suffered a stroke on June 10, 2004. Dr. Stephen Byrnes passed away on […]
TAKE ACTION: Tell FDA To Inspect Shrimp Imports!
Shrimp is currently the number one seafood choice for American consumers. Approximately 80% of the shrimp consumed in the United States is imported, over half of which is […]
Continuing Education Units For Wise Traditions 2004 5th Annual Conference
We are pleased to announce Continuing Education Units for doctors, nurses, nutritionists and chiropractors for our 5th Annual Conference, Wise Traditions 2004. PHYSICIANS: This activity has been planned […]
Organic Pastures Signs Raw Dairy Products Internet Sales Agreement w/Mercola.com
Organic Pastures Dairy Company ( OPDC ) and Mercola.com have joined forces to form an exclusive internet promotion and sales agreement for raw milk products. The FDA met […]
Farmers’ Markets Need Your Help!
Please immediately call your Member of the US House of Representatives to urge him or her to “support the Kaptur Farmers Market Amendment” this Tuesday or Wednesday to […]
USDA Calls for Public Comment on Revision of the Food Pyramid
Agriculture Secretary Ann Veneman announced that USDA will seek written comments and hold a public meeting to provide opportunity for public input into its comprehensive review and update […]
Health Experts Urge FDA to Deny Soy Protein Cancer Prevention Health Claim
July 5, 2004, WASHINGTON, DC: Researchers at a non-profit nutrition education foundation in Washington, DC are urging the Food and Drug Administration to deny a petition that would […]
Help Protect Consumers
In early July, the U.S. Senate will consider legislation that would make it much more difficult to hold corporations accountable when they deceive consumers, trample our civil or […]
Study Finds Toxic Rocket Fuel Chemical in Milk From California Cows
By Terence Chea, Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO – Young children and pregnant women who drink milk from California cows may be exposed to unsafe levels of a toxic […]
Announcements
WESTON A. PRICE FOUNDATION INFORMATION ALERT June 2, 2004 The Seminar on Traditional Diets by Sally Fallon, scheduled for June 4-5 in Newport News, Virginia has been posponed […]
Take Action! Save Country of Origin Labeling!
Right now, opponents of country-of-origin labeling (COOL) are working to prevent consumers from finding out where their food comes from. Hiding behind proposals for a “voluntary” labeling program, […]
Organic Industry & Consumers Celebrate USDA Reversal on Non-FOOD National OG Standards
Washington, D.C. – In an unexpected move, Anne Veneman, the Secretary of Agriculture announced today that the United Stated Department of Agriculture (USDA) has decided to rescind directives […]
Urge Your Senators To Protect Right To Know!
The Child Nutrition Act Reauthorization process is currently underway, and is a great opportunity to place restrictions on the use of irradiated meat in the National School Lunch […]
Raw Milk Victory in Colorado!
The Colorado Board of Health voted 5-3 in favor of keeping the raw milk cow share program legal! It was a fascinating, excruciating process to watch – four […]
Re-learning How to Exercise Democracy to Maintain the Local Voice in Community Concerns
Currently state regulations that were intended to protect the public health are being used to prevent responsible people from buying raw milk to promote their personal health. This […]
Colorado Cow Share Program in Jeopardy
The Colorado Board of Health is planning to prohibit the cow share program, which would eliminate our access to raw milk and raw milk products produced in Colorado. […]
Announcement: Delay Publishing Wise Traditions, Spring 2004 Issue
WESTON A. PRICE FOUNDATION INFORMATION ALERT April 22, 2004 DELAY IN PUBLISHING Spring 2004 WISE TRADITIONS Dear Members, I’m writing to ask your patience with the Spring Wise […]
Stop Drug-Producing Rice From Being Grown
On March 29th, the California Rice Commission gave their approval for the planting and milling of two genetically engineered drug-producing rice varieties spliced with synthetic human genes. This […]
Possible Legal Action On Medical Problems Caused By Soy
The Weston A. Price Foundation is undertaking a new initiative to investigate instances and arrange possible legal assistance for individuals who believe that they or their child may […]
Notice for Comments to USDA on Genetically Engineered Organisms
WHAT’S AT STAKE: USDA has issued a wide-ranging request for comments on its approach to regulating genetically engineered crops and animals. This request may be preliminary to significant […]
Biological Consultant to Speak in Shepherdstown, WV on March 17
About five years ago, biological agriculture consultant and livestock supplement formulator, Jerry Brunetti received word that without aggressive chemotherapy treatment he would be dead in as little as […]
Westward Slow! Turning the Herd Conference, Denver, CO
Slow Food USA, Slow Food International and the students of Metropolitan State College Hospitality, Meeting & Travel Administration Department will host a three day conference: Westward Slow! Turning […]
Help for Legal Issues/Problems
Would you like to know how you can get equal access to the justice system for less than the cost of a cup of coffee a day? Are […]
Junk Awareness Program Created by A Better Way Holistic Health
Created by A Better Way Holistic Health Dr. Susan Rubin The health of our children has reached a dangerous crossroads. Junk food intake among children is out of […]
New Advocacy Group Formed to Protect Food Choice in Virginia
“Protecting the consumer’s freedom to choose and the farmer’s freedom to sell” is the slogan of the Virginia Independent Consumers and Farmers Association (VICFA), a new advocacy group […]
Passive Solar Greenhouse Workshop to be held March 5-6, 2004
A “Solar Greenhouse Workshop; design, construction and year-round production” will be offered in Spring Grove, PA on March 5-6, 2004. Learn how to produce food and income year […]
Minnesota group affirms safety of food raised by members (no Mad Cow)
Responding to the recent news on Mad Cow disease (BSE), Minnesota COACT (Citizens Organized ACting Together) reaffirms support of its 2,000 farmer members and reassures its 12,000 consumer […]