Via online access. 7 pages., Examines the elements of an "honest vision for the future with a shared language that accurately describes our world." Size of farm is not the key indicator, the author argues.
Via online access. 7 pages., Comments on an article in the fashion and style section of the New York Times about urban residents creating small-space farms near urban areas where people are "hungry for quality produce and willing to pay a premium."
Author suggests the role of agricultural editors is not to speak to consumers about the importance of agriculture, but to speak to producers about the importance of consumers.
Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 169 Document Number: C28484
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Via "For Ag Journalists" 3 pages., Author examines the credentials needed by agricultural journalists, especially as related to their understanding of agriculture and rural values.
