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On cows…….?

So, I’ve decided to become a vegetarian. No meat for moi. However, I also do now understand the view behind becoming an all out vegan. Try as I might, I know that the infatuation I have with dairy products is not soon to subside. However, I want to know if there are ways to ensure that the animals that say “moo” are treated well if they are producing my milk, cheese, etc. I understand that to produce milk, cows are impregnated each year and that in many cases the male calves are put into the veal trade. Are there any products that certify that this is NOT practiced (organic label, perhaps?). Or, that when cows grow older they are not put in the “mmm…yummy steak” category? I am really trying to be more socially aware, but it is really really difficult. So, maybe you can help??? Thanks!

http://theorganiccow.com/

http://news.bbc.co.uk/cbbcnews/hi/find_out/guides/uk/organic_food/newsid_2327000/2327667.stm

I will never live without my organic milk, eggs, cheese, mayo ect…

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How to Store Your Home-grown Produce (Paperback) $28.2 Did your tomato plant produce twice as many tomatoes as you’d planned? Growtoo much cabbage? Harvest too many blueberries? If so, here is practical adviceon how to bottle, dry, freeze, and even salt home-grown fruits and vegetables.Discover extra storage space in your home or learn how to convert a shed or garageto store your tasty products. Learn how to make chutneys from fruit; picklesfrom cucumbers; and ciders, jams, and even ketchup from your garden! There iseven advice here on drying foods, with instructions on how to store them in oilas well as ways to freeze and blanch your fruits and vegetables.

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