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The Southern Sustainable Agriculture Working Group (SAWG) links diverse
agricultural, community development, and environmental organizations from 13
states to influence federal policy and secure funding for local sustainable-ag
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In support of this grassroots networking and empowerment endeavour, The Network
strongly encourages Arkansas and Oklahoma groups to join with the Southern SAWG
and make your voice heard. Southern SAWG activities are coordinated by a
Steering Committee, composed of one elected representative from each of 13
states. Plans are being formulated to elect Steering Committee representatives
from both Arkansas and Oklahoma. The Third Annual Membership Meeting is
scheduled for January of 1994 (see page 7). For detailed information contact
Janet Bachmann at 501- 443-9388 or Michael Sleigh at 803-297-6562.@
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THE BIOTECHNOLOGY WORKING GROUP (BWG), a project of the Tides Foundation, is a
network of 35 public interest groups who work on biotechnology-related issues in
agriculture, environment, consumer, labor and public health fields. BWG goals
are to increase citizens' awareness of biotechnology issues, strengthen the
influence of the public on biotechnology development, and promote accountability
in the application of biotechnology through sound government regulation.@
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To enable those interested in enacting legislation regarding the regulation of
genetically engineered organisms, the BWG has published "In Our Back Yard: A
common-sense guide for citizens and policy-makers," which is available for $5.00
from Minnesota Food Association, 2395 University Ave, Room 309, St. Paul, MN
55114.@
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JANUS FARMS INSTITUTE (JFI): "Learning to Grow...Growing to Learn" about small
farm efficiency, productivity, and profitability -and- WWOOF (say what?) are two
of the programs sponsored by JFI. With a focus on cultivating self-sustaining
women from the rural low-income population and matching young people who desire
farming experience with organic farmers via a project titled "Willing Workers On
Organic Farms" (WWOOF), JFI also facilitates garden workshops, hosts harvest
celebrations, and publishes a newsletter. Contact: JFI, Rt 3 Bx 494, Siler City,
NC 27344; 919-742-4672.@
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FOREST ECOSYSTEM RESCUE NETWORK (FERN) coordinates two volunteer programs: "Fate
of Our Forests" proposes to coordinate simultaneous worldwide conferences on
local strategies for sustainable forest utilization -and- "Tree Bank" which
encourages the planting of at-risk species in relatively unpopulated areas. A
connected organization, YANKEE PERMACULTURE, facilitates Elfin Permaculture
Design courses, publishes The International Permaculture Solutions Journal and
The Robin newsletter, and offers a variety of moderately priced information
sheets, papers, and pamphlets on edible landscaping, personal action, tree
crops, and sustainability. Contact FERN or Yankee Permaculture at: POBox 672,
Daholnega, GA 30533-0672.@
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THE AMERICAN BOTANIST Bookseller offers a free catalog of previously owned
volumes on agriculture, olericulture, greenhouses, herbs, and history. Catalogue
#30 offered such titles as a 1911 volume of "Corn: Growing, Judging, Breeding,
Feeding, and Marketing" ($40); a 1923 publication of "Field Notes on Lettuce"
($45); and a 1948 copy of "Yankee Science in the Making" ($20). Contact: Keith
Crots at (309) 274-5254, POBox 532, Chillicothe, IL 61523.@
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EARTH KEEPER Magazine is about "Rediscovering Ancient Wisdom & Art." Aimed to
preserve the cultural beauty, ceremonies, spirituality, simple living practices,
primitive skills of "all those willing to share," subscription for 4 quarterly
issues is $14.00. Contact: EarthKeeper, POBox 242, Whittier, NC 28789-0242.@
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IS THAT YOU ON T.V.!!!??? "The Golden Harvest" is a five-part film documentary
in-the-making that plans to look at the history, culture, philosophy, economics,
markets, environmental and health impact, and policy concerns of the worldwide
sustainable agriculture movement.@
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The producers of this documentary are looking to you to find responsible
projects and compelling personal stories to include in the series. The
participation of women in agriculture will be a continuing theme throughout the
documentary.@
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If you have a personal story or know of a project which may be suitable for this
production, please send details to: Premille Dixit, Associate Producer, "The
Golden Harvest," c/o Ms. Elisabeth Beaird, 1201 Judah, San Francisco, CA 94122.@
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"WHERE FANTASY MEETS REALITY," published by the Soil and Water Conservation
Society (SWCS), is a series of environmentally friendly instructional materials
designed for student ages 9 to 11 years. A set of seven booklets and teacher's
guides explore themes such as improving our environment, creating a liveable
land, wildlife, and food. Cost is 50 cents per booklet with substantial
discounts for quantity purchases. A sample selection of materials is available
for $2.50. Contact: SWCS, 7515 Northeast Ankeny Rd., Ankeny, IA 50021- 9764;
PHONE TOLL FREE 800-THE-SOIL.@
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ZERO POPULATION GROWTH (ZPG), Inc. invites you to request a FREE issue of their
newsletter. ZPG is a national non-profit membership organization that works to
achieve a sustainable balance of population, resources, and the environment,
both in the United States and worldwide. They offer several books, fact sheets,
and a newsletter. Topics range from children's stress and foreign aid to teen
pregnancy and media, family planning, and sustainable agriculture. Contact: ZPG,
Suite 320, 1400 Sixteenth St. NW, Washington, DC 20077-6640.@
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HERBAL FOOD SUPPLEMENTS have been much in the news with proposed federal
legislation to control and restrict their sale. For in-depth information on this
subject, contact: National Nutritional Foods Association at 800-966-6632, or
Citizens For Health at 800-357-2211.@
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HERB HARVEST, October 1 thru 3, Mountain View, Arkansas. Seminars, workshops,
craft vendors, and special herbal menus. Registration fees range from $20 for
one day to $52.50 for all three. Contact: Ozark Folk Center, POBox 500, Mountain
View, AR 72560; 501-269-3851.@
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THE FOURTEENTH ANNUAL OZARK AREA COMMUNITY CONGRESS (OACC XIV), October 1 thru
3, Fox, Arkansas. "This weekend is a joyous, fun-filled celebration for all
ages. Campfires, talent shows, games, and great
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food..." Registration fee of $30 per person or $50 per couple plus $10 per child
over 5 years of age includes meals, accommodations and activities from noon
Friday to 5pm Sunday. Contact: OACC, Box 3 Brixey, MO 65618; 417-679-4773.@
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ECO EXPO and Green Business Conference, October 1 thru 3, Boston, Massachusetts.
A soup-to-nuts exhibition of "the world's foremost environmental companies."
Over 120 exhibitors. Contact: (818) 906-2700.
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NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FARMERS' MARKET NUTRITION PROGRAMS, First Annual
Conference, October 7 thru 9, Baltimore, Maryland. Registration fee of $75
includes all sessions, several meals, a reception, and a market tour. Contact:
NAFMNP, 509 Wethersfield Ave., Hartford, CT 06114; 203-296-9325.@
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SORGHUM COOKING DAYS, October 9 & 10, Sallisaw, Oklahoma. Watch or work with
stripping, cutting and squeezing sorghum cane using horse-drawn mill... FREE!
Contact: Jim Combe, RR2 Box 693, Keota, OK 74941; 918-966-3282 or 918-966-3396.@
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GOAT FIBER PRODUCTION, PROCESSING, & MARKETING, National Symposium, October 14
thru 17, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Contact Thian Hor Teh. POBox 730, Langston
University, Langston, OK 73050; 405-466-3836.@
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AUTUMN IN THE OZARKS, October 16 & 17, Fox, Arkansas. Workshops, entertainment
and activities include information about energy efficiency at home, small scale
organic gardening, low maintenance landscaping, hikes, folk dancing,
storytelling, and more. Registration fee of $75 per person or $140 per couple
includes choice of two workshops, several meals, and lodging for one night.
Contact: Meadowcreek, POBox 100, Fox, AR 72051; 501-363-4500.
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PERMACULTURE TRAINING COURSE, October 22 thru November 5, Siler City, North
Carolina. Special focus on design strategies for the Piedmont bioregion and the
Southeast. $650 per person includes tuition, room & board, materials and
handouts. Contact: Janus Farms Institute, (919) 742-4672.@
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SMALL FARM TODAY SEMINAR & TRADE SHOW, November 5, 6, & 7, Columbia, Missouri.
"The largest collection of small farm speakers, demonstrations, products, and
services ever held in the Midwest." Sponsored by "Small Farm Today" magazine.
Contact: Small Farm Today, 3903 W. Ridge Trail, Clark, MO 65243; 800-633-2535.@
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SHITAKE MUSHROOM WORKSHOP, November 6, Poteau, Oklahoma. Information on
production and marketing. $35 per person or $50 per couple. Advance registration
required. Contact: Laura Ervin, KCSA, POBox 588, Poteau, OK 74953;
918-647-9123.@
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COLD FRAME WORKSHOP, November 13, Purcell, Oklahoma. Facilitated by Ed Kessler,
10am to 3pm. Contact Janet Bachmann, 501-443-9388.@
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ARKANSAS STATE HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY, 114th Annual Meeting, November 17 & 18,
Fort Smith, Arkansas. "Health and Horticulture" video theatre, educational
talks, 4-H activities, commercial exhibitors, general session and special
sustainable-ag section. Contact: Don Marcus, 501-675-3834, or Janet Bachmann,
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KERR CENTER FOR SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE OPEN HOUSE, December 8, Poteau,
Oklahoma. Pictorial displays, hands-on demonstrations, and socializing. Contact:
Laura Ervin, KCSA, POBox 588, Poteau, OK 74953; 918-647-9123.@
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OKLAHOMA HORTICULTURE INDUSTRIES SHOW, January 7 & 8, 1994, Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Presentations on a variety of agricultural topics. Contact: Laura Ervin, KCSA,
POBox 588, Poteau, OK 74953; 918-647-9123.
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SOUTHERN SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE WORKING GROUP (SAWG), Annual Meeting, January
22 & 23, Austin, Texas. For detailed information, contact Janet Bachmann at
501-443-9388 or Michael Sleigh at 803-297-6562.@
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The AOSA Digest is published quarterly by The Arkansas Oklahoma Sustainable
Agriculture (AOSA) Network, an unincorporated, member directed, voluntary
association of organizational representatives, individuals and constituency
groups who support the Vision and Mission statements published at the beginning
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* Jim Lukens, Chair, c/o ATTRA, POBox 3657, Fayetteville, AR 72701@
* Luane Schroeder, Past-Chair, POBox 125, Dogpatch, AR 72648@
* Larry Williams, Vice-Chair, Rt.1 Bx. 51, Bee Branch, AR 72013@
* Christine Weiss, Secretary/Treasurer, POBox 211, Shirley, AR 72153@
* Fee Busby, Director, c/o Winrock, Rt 3 Box 376, Morrilton, AR 72110@
* Keith Patterson, Director, 316 Plant Sci. Bldg., Fytvle, AR 72701@
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The opinions expressed and projects or products reported in this publication are
NOT necessarily supported or endorsed by the whole of our membership. Our
unifying links with each other are respect for individual uniqueness and
celebration of organized diversity.@
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Reproduction of this publication, both electronically and in hard- copy, is
encouraged and appreciated. We publish this newsletter with KindWords on an
Amiga 500, 1 meg RAM. Thanks!!!!!@
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