Have you ever wondered what a GMO label means? Senior Staffer, Alison Adkins discusses how these labels are causing more fear to consumers than actually informing consumers of their benefits.
Florida v. Georgia: The Battle Over the Apalachicola-Chattahoochee-Flint River Basin
Florida and Georgia have been at odds for decades for water rights. In this piece by staffer Seth Stroud, he explores the legal battle that has made its way before the Supreme Court. He highlights the ramifications of the decision on which state will have its desired source of nature’s most important resource.
Restoring the Legacy of Black Farmers
Black Farmers have been robbed and deprived of their farming land by way of racist policies, racial acts of terror, and heir divestment…and it needs to be addressed. In her blog post, 3L staffer Maya Marshall discusses the impact of stripping black farmers of land, and proffers solutions worth more than just consideration.
A story of perseverance: How India’s farmers are fighting back
Everyone loves an underdog story; but unlike your favorite movie, book, or podcast, the reality is much less glamorous for farmers in India. In response to unfavorable and new agricultural proposals, Indian Farmers have taken to the streets of New Delhi to protest. In her blog post, 2L staffer and EIC-elect, Jocelyn Lucero, explains the Famers’ plight.
Patentability of GMO Seeds and the Ethical Consequences
Scorched: How the California Wildfires May Affect the Wine industry
Rethinking the Flowery Kingdom: Why the U.S.-China Trade War Should End
Looks Like Meat, Smells Like Meat, & Tastes Like Meat, But it’s not Meat?
“Fake meat” laws have been popping up throughout the country and have consistently been met with controversy. While advocates of these types of laws argue they are necessary to protect consumers, opponents believe they infringe on Constitutional rights. In this piece, staffer Chris Isaacs explores how these “fake meat” laws fit in our increasingly meat-hungry world.
Seed Laws: How They are Squashing the Growth of Farmers’ Rights
Seeds are the building blocks of food and the foundation of agriculture. A practice known as “seed sharing,” has been in practice for generations to ensure the preservation and continuance of heirloom seeds. In the last few decades, this practice has been under attack as large private companies have dominated the seed industry. In this piece, staffer Savannah Baker highlights the importance of seeds and the need for seed sharing to continue.