Introduction As we have seen when discussing outdoor farming and sustainability, we are running out of water. The search for this precious commodity to support large-scale agribusinesses has pushed this vital resource to the limit. Aquifers such as Ogallala in…

Introduction A view held by arguably a majority of food experts is that meat production is a far less efficient means of producing food than crop-based agriculture. The USDA estimates that it takes 20 times more land to get the…

The number of people engaged in farming around the world, and the trends in the amount of land used for producing food tell a rather interesting story that will be the main topic of discussion here. When too few people…

In normal business practice, factoring refers to the sale of invoices to third parties. This helps businesses access cash even before their accounts receivable mature, and therefore, gives them the ability to secure new inventory. In other instances, businesses can…

The community public service The community public service is a body of 5,760 public servants who together help the community achieve its objectives and promises to the participants. Service to the community is voluntary, and involves largely consultancy work, as…

Introduction – Organization Structure A limited partner is the basic organized unit in a community. A limited partner is an individual who resides within, has a business in the community, and has invested at least US $20,000 of their net…

Introduction The effects that urban centers have on public health, the economy, and social interactions are documented. Urban centers have historically been crucial economic drivers and indicators of prosperity. For instance, China’s rise as an economic power has closely corresponded…

Urban sprawl has proliferated due to an increasing urban population, and the desire for more living space and residential amenities. The rush to acquire new homes, wherever they may be located, and ignoring other basic considerations have led to the…

The processed food industry – producing fast food, soft drinks, and ultra-processed additives is an enormous enterprise. 3% of all beverages consumed in the world are coca cola products. McDonald’s accounts for 7% of the US’s total potato production, contributing…

Vertical farming refers to growing crops in stacked trays or platforms. Predominantly housed indoors, vertical farms require lighting and control systems for temperature, humidity, and air circulation that are autonomous from the natural environment. Though greenhouses are slowly adopting hydroponics,…