one.point.zero - Colin O'Brien's weblog

Very interesting article on the myths of organic farming. It’s difficult to make an informed opinion though when the article takes several shortcuts. As usual, the truth is probably somewhere in the middle.

Organic farming can feed the world

Organic fuel... even Mussolini used it.

Organic food is better for our health. On the flipside, some of it is less energy efficient, producing more emissions.

Would a Robin Hood Restaurant work here? I doubt it. Just getting round the legal implications would be near-impossible.

How organic is getting lost in the world of big business

Interesting interview with Michael Pollan, author of The Omnivore’s Dilemna, on local food systems, organic produce and the fabricated cult of convenience from ready-made everything.

When you think about it, it is odd that something as important to our health and general well-being as food is so often sold strictly on the basis of price.

Joel Salatin, organic farmer.