Re: sanet-mg-digest V1 #28

Erorganic@aol.com
Sat, 25 Oct 1997 21:02:10 -0400 (EDT)

Good day Lawrence,
I believe, it is misleading the public for participants on SANET or other
public information sectors to not do research and verify their sources before
they supply information to the general public. To spout off personal opinion
as facts is dis and misinformation, destroying the integrity and
trustworthiness of public information systems like SANET. Participants need
to differentiate between brainstorming or editorial/opinions and factual
presentations. Even though anyone can write their opinion on SANET, and
should have an area to do so, it becomes mandatory for those participating to
verify the information and to correct the information, if invalid.

On Process Regarding Back and Forth Discussions on SANET:
In the multiple responses I have made to Sal, I have spoken issue to issue on
his grievances with the State of California and offered proposed remedies.
As I read his responses, there is very little response to the possible
solutions I have raised. I do not feel Sal is actually reading the responses
I have made. Additionally, when questions are asked of a SANET writer, it
appears to me reasonable questions should be responded to. This entire past
discussion lacks response from those seeking solutions to "their" problems,
and indicates the participants do not know the language and intent of OFPA or
other relevant laws.

In a message dated 97-10-23 03:36:19 EDT, owner-sanet-mg-digest@ces.ncsu.edu
(sanet-mg-digest) writes:

<< Small growers in my area are dropping out of certification and will
> seek clients who don't require that - too expensive and way too much
> trouble. All because our government says that they can't necessarily
> be trusted when they claim their product is organically grown. >>