The genetic developments and modifications are also major cause of increased requirements for pesticides. The crops are grown in off seasons and as a result they require additional support to achieve high production volumes.
Solutions:
The solutions for the issue related to awareness can be attained through multiple sources. The geological awareness should be focused on the land ethics principles. Several solutions are available to increase awareness among the users of pesticides. These can be farmers. They could be easily perused to abstain from such chemical opinions as they have the tendency to cause serious health and land damages. The companies can also adopt it as a green slogan to minimize the marketing and promotions of harmful pesticides. In rerun they can offer batter remedies using bio-research capabilities.
Conclusion:
The awareness is verified in accordance with the provisions and support of land ethics to facilitate elimination of issues of personal attention for geological…...
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Bookchin, Murray. Our Synthetic Environment. Alfred a. Knopf, 1962. Print.
These pesticides are cholinesterase-inhibiting organophosphates and carbamates. The reason for their popularity is their low cost and their ability to work against a wide variety of insects. However when those very insects are consumed by birds, the result is fatal as birds either die or develop abnormalities in their reproductive system. Some target specific pesticides are less toxic and may not harm the bird population but still caution must be applied. Diazinon is the most lethal insecticide and some recent cases have shown their detrimental impact on birds. Insects and vegetation under pesticide treatment are the biggest cause of lethal poisoning of birds. It must also be pointed out that birds may not immediately die after consuming pesticides. There are instances when birds after having tasted pesticides would start losing weight. Their health suffers and they become more vulnerable to other predators such as bad weather or scavengers such…...
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TINA PHILLIPS, Pesticides and Birds SUMMER 2001/VOLUME 15, NUMBER: Retrieved online 7th Feb 2005:
Pesticides which were invented to destroy large quantities of insects that were harming crops, are actually causing a great deal of harm to the environment. This has been an issue particularly in the agricultural field. Farmers and those in the agricultural field have for a long time had to deal with insects which try to attack their crops and ruin their potential harvest. To combat these bugs, scientists were able to create chemical combinations which would kill the insects and then protect the crops which could then be sold and given to humans. These chemicals, such as DDT, were very successful and farmers had more to harvest than they had in years past (right 2007). However, there was an unforeseen result of the mass spraying of poisonous chemicals on the food stuffs. Human beings were negatively affected in a multitude of ways including contracting illnesses as a result of ingesting…...
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Pesticide unoffBackground of the Water Quality Issue: Agricultural Pesticide unoff in ural Water SuppliesAgricultural pesticide runoff in rural water supplies is a significant water quality issue that warrants a public health response. This problem is characterized by the movement of pesticides, which are substances used to prevent, destroy, repel, or mitigate any pest, from agricultural fields into rural water supplies. This runoff can occur during rainfall or irrigation when water, moving over the surface of the field, picks up pesticide residues and transports them to nearby water bodies. This paper provides an historical review of this issue, describes the current state of the problem, and assesses exposure and the public health impact response needed.Historical eview of the Water Quality ConcernThe use of pesticides in agriculture has a long history, dating back to the mid-20th century with the advent of synthetic pesticides like DDT. These substances were initially hailed as a…...
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ReferencesIoannidou, V., & Stefanakis, A. I. (2020). The use of constructed wetlands to mitigate pollution from agricultural runoff. Contaminants in agriculture: sources, impacts and management, 233-246.Ozymy, J., & Ozymy, M. J. (2022). The Politics of the Criminal Enforcement of FIFRA: 1983-2021. Drake J. Agric. L., 27, 357.Syafrudin, M., Kristanti, R. A., Yuniarto, A., Hadibarata, T., Rhee, J., Al-Onazi, W. A., ... & Al-Mohaimeed, A. M. (2021). Pesticides in drinking water—a review. International journal of environmental research and public health, 18(2), 468.U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). (2014). About pesticide registration. Retrieved from Geological Survey (USGS). (2014). USGS water-quality information. Retrieved from http://water.usgs.gov/owq/ World Health Organization (WHO). (2014). Water sanitation health. Retrieved from http://www.who.int/water_sanitation_health/en/https://www.epa.gov/pesticide-registration/about-pesticide-registrationU.S.
Simple procedures can help, but not eliminate drift issues, and are quite low tech. First, depending on the wind and time of day, close the windows that face the field or prevailing wind. Add a fan to create a backdraft by pulling air through the home in the opposite direction of the drift. Once the spraying is done and the drift settled a bit, hose down nearby bushes, windows, the roof and outside of the house. At any signs of exposure, wash eyes with clear water and try to shower several times to remove as much of the potential chemical contamination as possible
Publicize -- Certainly public strikes, marches, and visible actions bring public scruitiny into the issue. Because a great deal of the problem lies in the California agricultural region, an organization was formed as a type of State and national clearinghouse for action, information, and change. This organization,…...
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Verification of Pesticide Drift Reduction Technologies. (2007, August). Retrieved June 23, 2010,
A report by Elliot (2009) also refers to other positive aspects of organically grown food. "…research found higher level of antioxidants -- which help the body to combat cancer and cardiovascular disease -- in organic foods" (Elliot, 2009).
In the final analysis it seems from the literature that there is overwhelming evidence to link pesticides in food with serious health issues and problems in children. This is especially critical with regard to very young children who may suffer from cancer and developmental problems as a result of exposure to food that has been contaminated by chemical pesticides. This leads to the recommendation that more should be done by the health authorities to ensure that young children in particular are not exposed to food that may be detrimental to their health.
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Clues. Pediatric Neurosurgery, 32, pp. 321-326
Cancer Patients found to have…...
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Bunin G. ( 2000) What Causes Childhood Brain Tumors? Limited Knowledge, Many
People can exercise their free choice at the grocery store by choosing organic foods, although because of generally higher costs of organic products, this will not be a solution for everyone. People in lower socioeconomic groups often get food at discount chains or even food pantries where organics are not even a choice at all.
There is no incentive for makers of agricultural chemicals to modify their products in response to charges about obesogens. As the documentary films the Future of Food and King Corn pointed out, the use of pesticides is very big business. Though detrimental effects of pesticides and genetically-modified seeds and food have been shown, further research is needed to prove the link between pesticides and genetic modifications that lead to obesity in infants and children. When and if that link is proven, the public will have to demand that the government take action. Consumer advocate organizations…...
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As a representative I take responsibility for the deaths of these animals and would like to cooperate with those harmed to help them feel like justice was done. Unlike the three options in the instructions, I would not say I only had $100,000 to divide up among the families but I would not reveal my bottom line, because that is an appropriate tactic. I would also do my homework and research how much money has been awarded to other individuals in similar cases.
Question TO: To assure that the negotiation was conducted fairly, I would employ all five of the standards: reciprocity (I'd want to be treated fairly); universality (I would want to be a role model for others); publicity (I would want my good faith bargaining strategy to be publicized); trusted friend (telling a close friend I was ethical would be easy); and the legacy standard (yes I would…...
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Carrell, Michael R., and Heavrin, Christina. (2008). Negotiating Essentials: Theory, Skills, and Practices. New York: Pearson/Prentice Hall, p. 218.
For example, if birds feed on seeds and a certain variety of insect, without the seeds, the birds may disappear, and the insects would then overpopulate the area.
In addition, the cost of GM crops is initially high to the farmer. These seeds cost much more to develop and test, and so, they are much more costly to the farmer. They might benefit Third World agriculture in many ways, but few Third World farmers could possibly afford the increased cost of these seeds, and so, they would not be available to a majority of the people that need them the most. Cost is an important factor in the continued growth of GM crops, and so, manufacturers must eventually address the cost of these seeds, and reduce the cost so that more people can afford to plant them.
While no study has found GM food to be harmful to humans, opponents say…...
Understanding Water Quality Concerns: A Closer Look at PesticidesDefining Pesticides:The EPA describes a \\\"pesticide\\\" as a substance or combination of substances intended for (1) the prevention, elimination, repulsion, or mitigation of any pest, (2) use as a plant regulator, defoliant, or desiccant, or (3) use as a nitrogen stabilizer. Although this formal definition is relatively recent, pesticides have been integral to agricultural production worldwide for centuries and have likely played an essential role in managing insects, weeds, and diseases. For example, sulfur\\\'s use for controlling plant diseases can be traced back 4500 years to its first application in Sumeria. Mercury and arsenic salts were later introduced, and the insecticidal properties of chrysanthemum flower extracts (pyrethrum) were discovered approximately 2000 years ago. Indeed, natural substances have long been employed to help manage pests in agriculture (eeves et al., 2019).Contemporary Uses of Pesticides:Many substances utilized daily are classified as pesticides if marketed…...
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Mosquitoes cause immediate hazards to human beings. For the pesticide, it is required only that human beings not be exposed to the application process. The substance degrades to harmless soon after application. It could furthermore reduce the mosquito population by 90%, which also means a like reduction in WNV hazards to local inhabitants and tourists.
c. Exposure
As mentioned above, the effects of exposure are immediate. Exposure to either mosquito carriers of WNV and the pesticide during and immediately after application should be entirely avoided. Education regarding pesticide exposure is easier to control than mosquito exposure.
d. Risk Characterization
Another concern voiced by opponents to the pesticide option is that an information program may not reach all inhabitants. Some of the poorer community may for example not have televisions, radios, or the Internet so that such vital information can reach them. This is however easily mitigated by door-to-door visits, as well as pamphlets…...
Green Sourcing Process for Mcdonalds French Fries
McDonald is a global and largest food chain specializing in fast food with more than 68 million customers. The company operates in 36,658 outlets across 119 countries. Major brands of Macdonald include French fries, cheeseburgers, hamburgers, chicken products, breakfast items, desserts, milkshakes and soft drinks. However, Mcdonald's French fries is the world most famous fries produced from premium potatoes, Shepody and usset Burbank. Mcdonald has been successful from selling the French fries because their fries are made up of one-third of French fries sold in the United States. In the last few years, Mcdonald has faced criticisms because of inability to follow green initiatives when procuring the ingredients used to prepare the French fries.
The purpose of this document is to provide recommendations to assist Mcdonald completing the Green Sourcing process for French fries. The report uses the following steps in providing the recommendations. First,…...
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GMOs and Increased Use of Herbicides
Genetically engineered crops have become common in the recent past as farmers throughout the world have planted huge portions of these crops. The increased plantations of these crops have contributed to controversies and debates regarding the use of herbicides. According to bio-agriculture companies, genetically engineering foods contribute to the reduction in the use of herbicides. However, there are counterarguments that the GMOs contribute to increased use of herbicides unlike claims by these bio-agriculture companies. This controversy is largely fueled by the belief that genetically engineered crops are developed to withstand herbicides. Nonetheless, herbicides are bad for people and the environment and the argument that herbicide resistant crops will reduce the use of herbicides is false.
Arguments on the effectiveness and safety of herbicide and pesticide resistant GMO crops
As previously mentioned, several arguments and counterarguments have been raised regarding GMOs and the use of herbicides. One of…...
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Cuhra, M. (2015). Review of GMO Safety Assessment Studies: Glyphosate Residues in Roundup Ready Crops is an Ignored Issue. Environmental Sciences Europe, 27(1), 1-14. doi:10.1186/s12302-015-0052-7
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The etiology of the majority of cases of Parkinson's disease (PD) is unknown. What is known is that the disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that results from a loss of dopaminergic neurons in the area of the brain known as the substantia nigra (Hatfield, 2013). In addition, it is speculated that the disease is related to some type of genetic susceptibility and environmental risk factors that largely remain unidentified. Epidemiological research has suggested that there may be an association between exposure to pesticides and the onset of PD; however, this research is very mixed with some studies indicating that there is such relationship and a number of others failing to demonstrate such an association (Dardiotis, Xiromerisiou, Hadjichristodoulou et al., 2013). Dardiotis et al. (2013) reviewed the research and made a case that perhaps the relationship between pesticide use and PD is moderated by a genetic susceptibility. However, one of the…...
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Dardiotis, E., Xiromerisiou, G., Hadjichristodoulou, C., Tsatsakis, A.M., Wilks, M.F., & Hadjigeorgiou, G.M. (2013). The interplay between environmental and genetic factors in Parkinson's disease susceptibility: the evidence for pesticides. Toxicology, 307, 17-23.
Hatfield, R.C. (2013). The everything guide to the human brain. Avon, MA: Adams.
Liew, Z., Wang, A., Bronstein, J., & Ritz, B. (2014). Job Exposure Matrix (JEM)-derived estimates of lifetime occupational pesticide exposure and the risk of Parkinson's disease. Archives of Environmental & Occupational Health, 69(4), 241-251.
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Globalizing clinical research has reportedly proven to be one solution for America's pharmaceutical paradox. Doctors prescribe more than 10 prescriptions for the average American each year. Only one person in 350, however, will submit themselves to be a participant in experimental drug testing. On the other side of the globe, however a profusion of under-treated, poor, physician-trusting patients who live in Latin America, Eastern Europe, and Southeast Asia provide the rapid, positive results needed for new drugs to receive quick approval. One review noted that 99% of controlled trials published in China netted positive results upon the drug/treatment being investigated. (Shah 23) In Nigeria during 2002, thirty Nigerian families filed a class-action suit against Pfizer, who allegedly violated the Nuremberg Code in 1996 as they presided over an experiment on Nigerian children suffering with meningitis. esearchers reportedly forced a risky, unapproved, experiment on unsuspecting subjects who, as a…...
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Crafting a Compelling Parkinson's Thesis Statement
A compelling thesis statement for a research paper on Parkinson's disease serves as the guiding principle, providing a clear and concise articulation of the central argument or hypothesis to be explored. It sets the foundation for the entire paper, guiding the structure, content, and analysis.
Steps to Formulate a Strong Thesis Statement:
1. Define the Topic: Clearly identify the specific aspect of Parkinson's disease to be investigated. Consider the disease's characteristics, symptoms, etiology, treatment options, or social implications.
2. Establish a Focused Argument: Develop a specific and arguable claim that....
Certainly! Here are some lesser-known but interesting essay topics on type 2 diabetes:
1. The Impact of Sleep Deprivation on Type 2 Diabetes: Explore the connection between lack of sleep and an increased risk for developing type 2 diabetes, as well as the potential implications for managing the condition in individuals who already have it.
2. The Role of Gut Microbiota in Type 2 Diabetes: Investigate the relationship between the gut microbiome and the development and progression of type 2 diabetes, and discuss potential interventions that target the microbiome as a treatment strategy.
3. Socioeconomic Disparities in Type 2 Diabetes Care: Analyze the....
1. Proper supplementation: Supplements like selenium, vitamin D, and omega-3 fatty acids can help reduce inflammation and improve thyroid function.
2. Balanced diet: Eating a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains can help support overall health and manage symptoms of Hashimoto's.
3. Stress management techniques: Stress can exacerbate symptoms of Hashimoto's, so it's important to implement stress-reducing techniques like meditation, yoga, and deep breathing exercises.
4. Regular exercise: Regular physical activity can help improve thyroid function, boost metabolism, and reduce inflammation associated with Hashimoto's.
5. Herbal remedies: Herbs like ashwagandha, licorice root, and bladderwrack may help improve thyroid function and....
Pollution can be effectively outlined and measured in different environments through the following techniques:
1. Air pollution: Air quality can be assessed using air quality monitoring stations that measure levels of pollutants such as particulate matter, nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, and ozone. Satellite imaging can also be used to monitor air pollution on a larger scale.
2. Water pollution: Water quality can be measured by analyzing parameters such as pH levels, dissolved oxygen, turbidity, and levels of pollutants like heavy metals and pesticides. Water sampling and analysis at various points along a waterway can provide insights into the extent of pollution.
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