Microplastics in our mussels: the sea is feeding human garbage back to us
"You are what you eat," right? This is a phrase that many have heard repeatedly throughout life, however its truth is becoming more and more evident. In an article posted by The Guardian it was found that plastics are now being found in mussels! Read more below: A new report found the seafood contains an alarming amount of plastic – and […]
Read MoreFrom Trash to Treasure
Each day in America, approximately 150,000 lbs of food waste are produced within the United States. Much of this food waste is fruits and vegetables that people do not know how to store properly, leaving them to rot before they have the chance to use them. This leftover food waste is using over 30 million acres of landfill space. PepsiCo, has […]
Read MoreFireworks and the Environment
For a few days this week, fireworks will light the night sky as we celebrate the birth of the United States of America and its independence. However, as marvelous as fireworks tend to be, have you ever thought about their impact on the environment? Fireworks are made using a number of metals that release a number of different colors when […]
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Apiary Worker / Beekeeper
Overview An apiary worker, often called a beekeeper, manage colonies of honeybees for the production of honey as well as pollination services. What responsibilities will I have? Maintain colonies of healthy bees for pollination and production of honey Ensure sufficient food reserves Construct hives and replace combs Collect and package any hive products including honey, beeswax and pollen Make decisions […]
Read MoreView AllEnvironmental Sciences
Overview Environmental science is that study of the effects of natural and unnatural processes, and of the interactions of the physical components of the planet on the environment. As an Environmental Scientist and you will the means to comply with company programs and regulatory requirements though land and nutrient management facilities. What responsibilities will I have? Study living organisms and their […]
Read MoreView AllEcology
Overview Ecologists are concerned with ecosystems as a whole, the abundance and distribution of organisms (people, plants, animals), and the relationships between organisms and their environment. Ecologists usually choose a specialist area (e.g. freshwater, marine, terrestrial, fauna, flora) and then carry out a range of tasks relating to that area. What responsibilities will I have? Conduct field surveys to collect […]
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Hear People's Stories
Dr. Taylor Wallace
Taylor C. Wallace, PhD, CFS, FACN is a Principal Consultant at the Think Healthy Group and a Professor in the Department of Nutrition and Food Studies at George Mason University. Prior to founding the Think Healthy Group, Dr. Wallace served as the Senior Director of Science Policy and Government Relations at the National Osteoporosis Foundation and previously in senior leadership […]
Read MoreView AllDr. Celeste Clark
Dr. Celeste A. Clark is a retired senior executive of Kellogg Company where she was a member of the Global Executive Management Team, and had an accomplished career spanning nearly 35 years in the food industry. She was responsible for leading the development and implementation of health, nutrition and regulatory science initiatives, and working globally to ensure consistency in approach and implementation within regulatory guidelines. One […]
Read MoreView AllOlga Bolden-Tiller
Dr. Olga U. Bolden-Tiller serves as the Head of the Department of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (DAES) at Tuskegee University (TU). She holds a BS degree in Agricultural Sciences (Animal Sciences) from Fort Valley State University (1997) and a PhD degree in Animal Sciences (Reproductive Biology) from the University of Missouri-Columbia where she matriculated as an USDA-National Needs Fellow. Following […]
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American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture
The mission of the Ag Foundation is building awareness, understanding, and a positive public perception of agriculture through education. The Ag Foundation creates resources for educators and volunteers that help learners of all ages understand where their food comes from and who grows it. With most consumers three to four generations removed from the farm, it is critical that we […]
Read MoreView AllTuskegee University
Tuskegee University (TU) is a national, independent, and state-related institution of higher learning that is located in the state of Alabama. The institution was founded in 1881 by Booker T. Washington. Instruction, research and service define TU as a land-grant institution that embraces a wide spectrum of liberal arts, scientific, and technical and professional programs. The results we seek are […]
Read MoreView AllNationwide
Nationwide, a Fortune 100 company based in Columbus, Ohio, is one of the largest and strongest diversified insurance and financial services organizations in the U.S. and is rated A+ by both A.M. Best and Standard & Poor’s. The company provides a full range of insurance and financial services, including auto, commercial, homeowners, farm and life insurance; public and private sector […]
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