This is not at all a HoCo post, but it is sort of related to markets and farmers. And it was too interesting not to share.
I still hear a lot about Japan on the radio and in the papers, including personal accounts. There's a great post over on Just Hungry that describes one retailer's approach to dealing with the food/vegetable crisis.
Just Hungry is a fabulous food blog maintained by a Japanese expat who (last I checked) was living in Europe. Her writing style is clear, entertaining, and informative. She also runs a site called Just Bento and has a related cookbook.
A number of food products from contaminated areas have been identified in recent weeks, although some reports say the risk from consuming "hot" vegetables is low. Bans on imports have been instituted by other nations as well, including the US. The UN reports that produce grown in other countries is not at risk.
Showing posts with label Japan. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Japan. Show all posts
4/7/11
3/13/11
In the news...
I was not glued to the television this weekend. We don't get channels on our TV, so I was not able to sit in front of the extensive coverage about the crisis in Japan. I got my news via the internet and word of mouth.
When I checked in to the internets tonight, these were the "trending" or "hot" topics on WaPo's front page.
There is serious stuff going on in the world. Good thing they quick-linked to some solid relationship advice.
Talk about an odd moment.
In any case... it's hard to look at the pictures. It's hard to wrap my head around the numbers coming through the reports, the sheer scale of what happened and the struggle that continues. It's hard to see people in so much pain.
There are ways to help. I've listed a few here.
The Red Cross (or text REDCROSS 90999 to donate $10, billed to your wireless account)
International Medical Corps (or text MED to 80888 to donate $10, billed to your wireless account)
Save The Children
Japan Earthquake and Tsunami Relief Fund
The Salvation Army (or text JAPAN or QUAKE to 80888 to donate $10, billed to your wireless account)
Mercy Corps (or text MERCY to 25283 to donate $10, billed to your wireless account)
Shelter Box
When I checked in to the internets tonight, these were the "trending" or "hot" topics on WaPo's front page.
There is serious stuff going on in the world. Good thing they quick-linked to some solid relationship advice.
Talk about an odd moment.
In any case... it's hard to look at the pictures. It's hard to wrap my head around the numbers coming through the reports, the sheer scale of what happened and the struggle that continues. It's hard to see people in so much pain.
There are ways to help. I've listed a few here.
The Red Cross (or text REDCROSS 90999 to donate $10, billed to your wireless account)
International Medical Corps (or text MED to 80888 to donate $10, billed to your wireless account)
Save The Children
Japan Earthquake and Tsunami Relief Fund
The Salvation Army (or text JAPAN or QUAKE to 80888 to donate $10, billed to your wireless account)
Mercy Corps (or text MERCY to 25283 to donate $10, billed to your wireless account)
Shelter Box
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