We actually follow our mushroom farmer to an urban farm in the heart of St. Pete, FL that's partnering up with grocery stores to grow lettuce and microgreens in repurposed shipping containers in those stores' parking lots. Meanwhile, from its own downtown urban location, Brick Street Farms produces 45 acres worth of conventional produce... in a 1/3 acre lot!
There's always food growing somewhere in America. That's part of the real miracle of nature. Fruits and veggies are in full swing in Florida in the coldest months of the year ? we start this episode in the Everglades in early February with our friends from L&M Farms. Then we roll up to Georgia in spring to visit Baker Farms, one of the largest growers of greens anywhere. Then we head for North Carolina in July to follow the crop as it continues marching north before starting all over again in Florida the next year.
FLASHPOINT - Brings together an accomplished group of Hawai'i based artists working under the theme of FIRE. Artworks in this exhibition depict the varied aspects of FIRE and are visual interpretations of flashpoints in time and place - in methods of fabrication and conceptual context.
For better or worse, science has played a central role in the life and development of human civilization. Now, however, with scientific research and technology developing at an exponential rate the likes of which mankind has never seen before, new issues have been raised. This 5-part documentary series takes an in-depth look at the five key areas of scientific innovation that are likely to have the largest impact on the future of our global society.
This four part series illustrates the many ways we measure things everyday and the importance of measuring in science. Students will learn how to measure length, volume and weight along with get an understanding of the common tools that are used to measure.
A sunny day in paradise turned into one of the deadliest, most catastrophic natural disasters ever. An earthquake deep in the Indian ocean caused tsunamis that battered countries from Southeast Asia all the way to Africa. Hundreds of thousands of people died. Millions were left without food and shelter. Whole cites were wiped out not unlike from a nuclear explosion. The only solace is the creation of an early warning system that has already proven its worth.
Katrina is the most destructive hurricane in history, made worse by inadequate infrastructure, political squabbling and mismanaged emergency response. Much of the Gulf Coast was damaged and New Orleans was almost entirely submerged. Years later, with destruction still evident, people question the wisdom of returning.
A devastating earthquake hit Haiti?s capitol and surrounding area killing 250,000 people and affecting three million more. The impact was magnified by poorly built structures and a poverty stricken country without the means to adequately respond. As aid flooded in it could not reach the people. Recovery remains slow but what is built is better than before.
Millions of Chinese protested for freedom in Tiananmen Square and around the country. A new generation wanted greater democratic rights. Martial law was declared and the government crushed the decent. Tiananmen remains a reminder that political freedom is not allowed.
An ongoing civil war between Hutu and Tutsi tribes came to a head when the Hutu President was assassinated. A 100 day genocide ensued that killed 800,000 Tutsis. The international community has admitted the lack of political will slowed their response and permitted the carnage. Time will tell if the mantra, Never Again, holds true.
On the island of Sumatra, in Indonesia, an iconic species is barely hanging on. Orangutans are considered critically endangered. The massive wave of deforestation for oil palm production shows no sign of slowing down. Theoretically protected, the island's precious peatlands are being chewed up. Whole forests are set on fire killing every living thing in this paradise of biodiversity. But scientists have mobilized to save the remaining orangutans. In the heart of the tropical forest they do what they can to halt the carnage and rehabilitate the last few survivors of an uneven fight against a corrupt and merciless authority.
These programs are correlated to the curriculum and specifically designed for use in the Primary classroom. Each program includes a 10-minute interactive video with on-screen questions, vocabulary, and a five-question video quiz, as well as a time saving 15-page teacher's guide with math, reading and writing activities, assessments, skill development lessons and video script. Integrate media assets into lesson plans by showing a complete 10-minute video, short clips, or multiple animations and images. Custom multi-media formats include h.264 for iPods, Windows Media video, and DVD.
For better or worse, science has played a central role in the life and development of human civilization. Now, however, with scientific research and technology developing at an exponential rate the likes of which mankind has never seen before, new issues have been raised. This 5-part documentary series takes an in-depth look at the five key areas of scientific innovation that are likely to have the largest impact on the future of our global society.