MONARCH BUTTERFLIES

COMEDY
The Law of Unintended Consequences
By Pam Ferderbar, Contributor
Satirist, humorist, heart of gold. Author of Feng Shui and Cha...
Again, one might surmise that the result should not have been unexpected if only a person gave it the slightest iota of thought
MEXICO CITY, MEXICO - NOVEMBER 09: Mexican newspapers report on their front pages the victory of the Republican Candidate, Donald Trump during the US elections at Reforma street on November 09, 2016 in Mexico City, Mexico. (Photo by Hector Vivas/LatinContent/Getty Images)
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THE WORLDPOST
A Letter to Donald Trump from Mexico: Don't Turn Our Dreams Into Nightmares
By Homero Aridjis, Contributor
Mexican poet, novelist and environmentalist
There is no aspect of Mexican life that is not going to be affected by your election.
GPS FOR THE SOUL
On Monarchs, Failure, And Perseverance
By Maria Rodale, Contributor
CEO and Chairman of Rodale, Inc. and book author
ENVIRONMENT
How To Weed--These 10 Tips Are All You Need
By Maria Rodale, Contributor
CEO and Chairman of Rodale, Inc. and book author
I'm one of those people who actually enjoy weeding because after 40 years of doing it, I've learned a few things that make
WORLDPOST
Dear Obama, Trudeau and Peña Nieto: Act Now to Save the Monarch Butterfly
By Homero Aridjis, Contributor
Mexican poet and environmentalist
We, the undersigned scientists, writers, artists and concerned citizens, call upon North American governments to preserve one of the the most extraordinary and iconic creatures on the planet.
DIVORCE
Soar Into Your New Life Like A Butterfly Post-Divorce
By Clara G. Herrera, Contributor
I am a mama, science teacher, writer, and artist. I do not col...
Butterflies are fascinating insects. Those who harm these incredible, intricate creatures with purpose should be excommunicated from life. Only cruel kids squish butterflies.
ENVIRONMENT
The Easy Way You Can Help Save the Monarchs
By Maria Rodale, Contributor
CEO and Chairman of Rodale, Inc. and book author
You can also purchase milkweed seeds. Here a few seed vendors: Finally, here is a guide to creating your very own butterfly
ENVIRONMENT
Why You Should Plant Milkweed Right Now
By Steve Peterson, Contributor
backyard farmer, outdoor enthusiast, engineer, dad, and Packer...
You might not be familiar with milkweed, but you're probably familiar with the iconic orange and black Monarch butterfly.
ARTS
The Poetic Host
By Tamsin Smith, Contributor
President, SlipStreamStrategy
Compass and clock. People have plans. People set deadlines. Old men and young tourists all crave beauty. But, as each singular human's history proves, the expected is not the actual.
ENVIRONMENT
A Good Year Won't Save the Monarch Butterfly, but This Solution Can
By David Festa, Contributor
Senior Vice President at Environmental Defense Fund
We've learned from recent media reports that the monarch butterfly is on a "big rebound." That is certainly cause for celebration, as it proves that conservation efforts are making a difference. And yet, we can't wipe our hands clean and consider the job done. The work has only just begun.
ENVIRONMENT
'Green News Report' - March 1, 2016
By Brad Friedman and Desi Doyen, Contributor
Co-hosts of the radio’s nationally syndicated ‘Green News Report’
Got comments, tips, love letters, hate mail? Drop us a line at GreenNews@BradBlog.com or right here at the comments link
SCIENCE
All I Want for Christmas
By Dr. Robert T. Fraley, Contributor
Executive Vice President and Chief Technology Officer, Monsanto
But too many people still haven't awakened to the global food and nutrition challenge, Santa, or have misdiagnosed it as
IMPACT
Uplifting: This Week in Daily Giving
By Ariel Nessel, Contributor
Co Founder of The Pollination Project
This week The Pollination Project was proud to support grassroots efforts around the world that uplift and support people and communities. Two projects this week provide innovative tools to individuals with autism and their families.
ENVIRONMENT
Could The Monarch Butterfly Go Extinct In Our Lifetime?
By Steve Peterson, Contributor
backyard farmer, outdoor enthusiast, engineer, dad, and Packer...
The challenges I face trying to help the Monarch butterfly in my backyard mirror the challenges the Monarch faces. It takes A LOT to support Monarch butterflies because they can lay so many eggs. In the wild, only a small fraction of the caterpillars will survive pests and diseases to turn into butterflies.
ENVIRONMENT
A Bold Plan for Saving Pollinators
By Jared Green, Contributor
Editor, THE DIRT
Clearly, more is needed to restore pollinators to health. According to the speakers, a key piece of the puzzle is bringing back nutritious forage wherever possible. Let's start with better integrating forage opportunities along highways.
ENVIRONMENT
Government Pledges $3 Million To Save Monarch Butterfly
By Kate Sheppard
But the plan announced Monday focuses on growing milkweed in alternative locations rather than on addressing issues related
WELLNESS
Dead of Winter -- End of Life With Lightness
By Gerit Quealy, Contributor
Journalist, Author, Botanical Shakespeare, HarperCollins/Harpe...
So, violent death we're used to... but natural death? Shhh, don't talk about that. Don't acknowledge it. Try to prevent it. Outlive it, outrun it, outsmart it. Stick a tube or a wire or a needle into it stat!
WORLDPOST
40 Years Ago the World 'Discovered' Mexico's Monarch Habitat -- Today Its Survival Is at Stake
By Homero Aridjis, Contributor
Mexican poet and environmentalist
The main culprit for this precipitous decline is no longer logging in the reserve (although that still takes place) but the huge increase in land planted with genetically modified, herbicide resistant soybean and corn crops (93 percent of total soybean acreage and 85 percent of corn acreage in 2013) in the U.S. Corn Belt.
ENVIRONMENT
The Monarch Butterfly May Soon Be Protected By The U.S. Endangered Species Act
By Reuters, Reuters
The butterflies, revered for their delicate beauty after emerging from a jade green chrysalis ornamented by gold stitching
SCIENCE
Baffling Butterfly-Shaped Cloud Turns Out To Be... A Huge Swarm Of Actual Butterflies
By Dominique Mosbergen
Radar reflectivity image of the butterfly swarm Radar showed the "cloud" to be not particularly uniform (bottom right image
ENVIRONMENT
Why Monarch Butterflies Need Endangered Species Act Protection
By Carol Polsgrove, Contributor
author
As monarch butterflies make their long journey from the U.S. to Mexico this fall, let's pause to consider the 90 percent drop in their numbers over the past twenty years.
IMPACT
Finding One's Voice: This Week In Daily Giving
By Ariel Nessel, Contributor
Co Founder of The Pollination Project
Milkweed for Monarchs in North Carolina. For longtime butterfly lover Nina Veteto, a plant called Milkweed is the answer
ENVIRONMENT
The Magical Migration of the Monarch
By Maria Rodale, Contributor
CEO and Chairman of Rodale, Inc. and book author
Everyone loves a monarch butterfly! They are a magical symbol of summertime, transformation, and the health of the environment. But let's face it; they're a bit complicated to understand.
ENVIRONMENT
Bring Back the Monarchs!
By Chip Taylor, Contributor
Pollinator Protector, Monarch Watch
Monarch Watch is built on the idea that all of us acting together can be a powerful force for good. By planting milkweeds and other nectar rich flowers, we can throw a lifeline to monarchs and their fellow pollinators.
FOOD
Four Inspirational Food Leaders Honored at Growing Green Awards
By Peter Lehner, Contributor
Senior Attorney, Earthjustice
Through the efforts of these inspirational educators, practitioners and advocates, we are beginning to make farming and food production more sustainable, and to change the way we eat as a nation.
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