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Mad goat?! |
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Mon, 01 Nov 2004 |
Mad cow disease, aka bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE), has apparently been found in a goat through natural transmission. The discovery was made in France two years ago, and final testing is now underway to confirm the finding. It takes two years for lab tests, using tissue from the suspected animal, to be conclusive. If confirmed, this will be the first recorded case of cross-species transmission of BSE outside of the lab. The goat equivalent of BSE, CSE (caprine spongiform encephalopathy) is documented. European Union authorities tell humans not to worry, mad goat meat is not a problem. And any conceivable general goat meat health hazard threat doesn't seem very concerning. But it adds that much for fear and confusion!
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CSA Update |
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It's 2008 and the new farming year is underway! Sign-ups for 2008 are way ahead of any previous year, with both renewals and new members already in. Share prices have been increased for this season (the first increase since we began four years ago). The season will once again be 18 weeks, beginning around mid-June. This year, you're also encourage to visit the farm at least once, and a new farmwork program is being considered, where you can do some veggie gardening here in the field, in 4-hour blocks, when it's convenient to you. If you're interested in CSA with us for 2008, here are the details for our farm, and the new 2008 printable sign-up form (or email or call for one to be mailed!). And there's more CSA info in the FAQs.
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Come grow with us! |
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If you're in the Lindsay area any time this Spring or Summer and are looking to volunteer or for some part-time work on a real, live organic microfarm, get in touch! You'll enjoy a little fresh air and exercise, probably learn some stuff, and definitely have a good time (as long as your heart's in it!). Come for a day, or set up a regular schedule. All ages welcome, no experience necessary, any sort of personal interest in small scale growing or gardening plus a cheerful disposition are required! Enquire here! |
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