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DuPont takes full ownership of Solae
Chemical giant DuPont announced Tuesday that it has bought whole ownership of St. Louis-based Solae LLC, a major soy ingredients company.
May 01, 2012 | 9:56 am
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Food. Truck. Farm.
The whole food truck craze has been flaring in St. Louis for a couple years. Urban farming, another huge food trend, has been on the rise, too.
Apr 03, 2012 | 10:59 am
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Push to label genetically modified food gains traction
Many states are considering mandatory labeling, and 850,000 people have signed a petition for a national mandate.
Mar 03, 2012 | 12:10 am
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Judge tosses suit against Monsanto
A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit against agricultural biotechnology giant Monsanto Co. that sought to protect organic farmers from litigation if their fields were to become contaminated by genetically altered seed.
Feb 28, 2012 | 7:30 am
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Monsanto settles dioxin suits in West Virginia
Creve Coeur-based biotechnology and agricultural giant Monsanto Co. announced Friday that the company has settled lawsuits related to the production of Agent Orange at a plant in West Virginia decades ago.
Feb 24, 2012 | 4:52 pm
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The art, science and illogic of a good cup of coffee
Scott Carey, the substantially bearded and mustachioed owner of Sump Coffee, is a serious coffee geek who eloquently parses the flavors in a cup of Joe.
Feb 24, 2012 | 12:15 am
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Monsanto employee looks homeward
Five Questions with Zellipah Githui
Feb 24, 2012 | 12:15 am
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Mizzou researcher tries to crack code on soybeans
University of Missouri researcher, Henry Nguyen, believes there's even more potential for the soybean.
Feb 18, 2012 | 12:15 am
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Missouri wood, Missouri furniture: A start-up aims to make heirlooms
Blending classic design with modern technology, St. Louis furniture designer explores a new niche.
Feb 17, 2012 | 12:05 am
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Schools in St. Louis area applaud lunch overhaul, prepare for changes
Government mandates schools serve more fruits and vegetables, less fat and sugar.
Feb 08, 2012 | 9:30 am
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Beef prices hit record highs — and will keep on climbing
For anyone who loves a good steak, a juicy burger or a nice Sunday roast, these are anxious times.
Feb 08, 2012 | 9:30 am
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St. Louis region is warming up for gardeners
New map puts area in warmer planting zone because average minimum temperatures are going up.
Jan 27, 2012 | 12:45 am
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Investigators will not cite Monsanto in Illinois electrocution deaths
A federal investigation into an accident that killed two teenage corn detasselers in an Illinois farm field concluded that the girls' employers, including Monsanto Co., could not be faulted.
Jan 25, 2012 | 2:00 pm
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St. Louis' bioscience business efforts applauded
St. Louis -- Officials from three federal agencies visited St. Louis on Tuesday to applaud the region's efforts to boost bioscience businesses.
Jan 25, 2012 | 12:05 am
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St. Louis County Council to introduce new farmers market rules
The council's proposal would restrict markets from operating five months of the year.
Jan 24, 2012 | 12:00 am
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Walgreens targets 'food deserts' in cities
Pharmacy giant plans to add grocery items, including fresh offerings, at stores in low-income areas, including some in St. Louis.
Jan 22, 2012 | 12:15 am
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Farm income could dip in 2012
After a record year, farmers may find less going into their pockets in 2012.
Jan 14, 2012 | 12:15 am
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Agriculture department to close 10 Missouri offices
It's part of a sweeping effort to eliminate costs and streamline the agency's operations.
Jan 11, 2012 | 12:00 am
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Vets win case over horse care by non-licensee in Missouri
Brooke Gray could be either of two things: an insufficiently educated opportunist, trying to pass herself off as an equine dentist, or a young woman dedicated to horses, performing an age-old practice for an honest wage.
Jan 08, 2012 | 12:05 am
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Monsanto posts strong first-quarter results
In annual pipeline update, company also highlighted 14 new technologies that are moving toward commercialization.
Jan 06, 2012 | 12:04 am
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Dogtown Pizza's dough is rising
Business moves into 12,000-square-foot production facility.
Jan 06, 2012 | 12:05 am
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Monsanto posts higher gains
The Creve Coeur-based company also said it has 14 new projects headed toward commercialization, which is a record.
Jan 05, 2012 | 9:34 am
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Family gets $2.1 million award for property taken by St. Louis County
CLAYTON • A St. Louis County Circuit Court judge and jury have awarded $2.1 million to a family whose property near Creve Coeur Lake was taken by eminent domain for a highway construction project.
Jan 01, 2012 | 12:05 am
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Lawsuit against Monsanto proceeds after mediation fails
Suits alleges company is responsible for contaminated homes and schools in Nitro, West Virginia.
Dec 30, 2011 | 12:15 am
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Mizzou aims to turn food waste into fertilizer
The idea is simple: turn wasted food into fertilizer that can be used to grow more food.
Dec 29, 2011 | 12:05 am
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