Gov. Charlie Crist has told wildlife officials he wants to ban the harvesting of wild freshwater turtles because the worldwide demand for them has grown so much. But his proposal is drawing mixed reaction. (Nov. 21)
Video duration: 252 seconds
Global video hits: 12535
Geoff Lawton founding Director of the Permaculture Research Institute talks about Permaculture Water Harvesting techniques, swales and sillways. For more infomation about Geoff and his work and details on how to purchase the full length DVD, please visit:
http://www.permac ulture.org.au
Video duration: 594 seconds
Global video hits: 69868
http://investigation .go.saveinter.net/
REPORT INTO ALLEGATIONS OF ORGAN HARVESTING OF FALUN GONG PRACTITIONERS IN CHINA
by David Matas and David Kilgour
July 6, 2006
Video duration: 369 seconds
Global video hits: 6235
This episode features Brad Lancaster, author of Rainwater Harvesting for Drylands. Part 1 presents an overview of permaculture techniques coupled with University of Arizona students and volunteers talking about their interest in and knowledge of water harvesting.
Part of ToL's podcasting biodiversity series http://podcasts.tolw eb.org
Video duration: 1163 seconds
Global video hits: 24688
Download high quality version here:
http://tinyurl.co m/2whcwk
This video explores the key safety issues in the five phases of mechanical harvesting: worksite planning, safe work procedures, winter logging, guarding systems, and machine servicing.
Tens of thousands of freshwater turtles are being harvested in Florida for export to Asia. The state prepares to take public comments on setting permanent limits on turtle hunting in Florida. (Nov. 19)
Video duration: 550 seconds
Global video hits: 41725
http://investigation .go.saveinter.net/
REPORT INTO ALLEGATIONS OF ORGAN HARVESTING OF FALUN GONG PRACTITIONERS IN CHINA
by David Matas and David Kilgour
July 6, 2006
