November 2003
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North Shore Natural Gardens Tour 2003
Learn how to garden as nature intended in eight spectacular, natural gardens on the NSRP's award-winning Natural Gardens Tour on Sunday, September 14, 2003.
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Who Said That?
In building a transportation plan for Greater Vancouver, TransLink is hosting an interactive website as an option to public consultation meetings.  If the time or place of TransLink public consultation meetings doesn't agree with your schedule, then this website is for you!
 

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First Canadian Wholesaler MAC Certified - 09/08/03
Vancouver-based Coast Mountain Aquatics has become the first wholesaler in Canada to receive Marine Aquarium Council (MAC) certification for importing live reef fish and coral. MAC works to conserve coral reefs and stop destructive fish collection practices by setting standards and awarding certification for responsible collection and care of live animals.   More...

Tour Natural Gardens...
Learn how to 'garden as nature intended' on the NSRP's North Shore Natural Gardens Tour on Sunday, September 14.  More...

Pestice-Free?  Naturally...
The North Shore Pesticide Reduction Education Program's pesticide-free lawn and garden signs are now available!
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Iowa Town Prohibits Sale of Non-Organic Produce
The town of Vedic City, Iowa, has become one of the first cities in America to ban the sale of non-organic food. The city plans to build about a hundred acres of greenhouses to supply the town and beyond with organic produce. "It is something that can be used as a model for other places, and we aren't necessarily going to limit it to 100 acres, according to city spokesman Bob Wynne. The city is issuing $3.3 million in organic agricultural revenue bonds to help with the funding.
Getting Her Goat:  Goats Are the Hip New Thing in Eco-Friendly Weed Management - If you've never thought of inviting a few dozen goats into your yard, maybe it's time you did. A happy herd of four-legged weed-munchers can clear away invasive species and other unwanted plants with unrivaled and eco-friendly efficiency.
What is Glyphosate (the active ingredient in Round-Up)?
Glyphosate is a broad-spectrum herbicide widely used to kill unwanted plants both in agriculture and in nonagricultural landscapes. Estimated use in the US is between 38 and 48 million pounds per year.