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High Country News -- June 11, 2007: Brave New Hay: Monsantos genetically modified Roundup Ready alfalfa may take over the West, as the company re-engineers the world to conform to its business plan

The completed mountain sculpture is expected to feature approximately 14,000 cherries, with Rainiers featured at the peak. Rainier cherries are steeped in tradition--originating in Washington state in the early 1950s. Rainier cherries are characterized by their distinctive yellow color, bright red blush, and exceptionally sweet flavor. In 2007, the Rainier cherry crop will be about 10 percent larger than last year due to surging consumer demand. Since then, they have since become one of...

Grapefruit may raise breast cancer risk - study Women who consume one quarter of grapefruit every day may be at a 30 percent higher risk

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The Commerce Department reported Thursday that most of the deterioration reflected a big increase in the foreign oil bill, which swamped a record high of $132 billion in sales of U. China will begin a daily food safety reporting system next month during test events for the 2008 Beijing Olympics. trade deficit surpasses April level. The World Trade Organization said Thursday that it would re-examine the European Union s rules for banana imports. contends that the rules favor producers from...

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Fresh fruits and vegetables will be available for purchase by Statehouse employees on their lunch breaks every Wednesday through Sept. Because "Capitol Market at the Capitol" has proven so popular, organizers will also be offering "Fresh Fruit Fridays" each Friday in August. State Agriculture Commissioner Gus Douglass and First Lady Gayle Manchin plan to address the crowd. The project, which is in its third year, began as part of the first lady's Healthy Lifestyles Initiative and through...