Garry Rogers

LATEST ARTICLES ( 2800 )

• The Owl Massacre of 2016: Proposed Timber Sale to Take Over 100 Northern...

  

  In the past year, EPIC has talked a lot about the proposed Westside Project—a massive logging project on the Klamath National Forest. Read more

  Posted on 26 February 2016 ANIMALS & WILDLIFE, BOOKS, ENVIRONMENT

• Drought Adds Fuel to Fire as Zambia Loses Battle to Save Forests

  

  Despite concerted efforts to reduce deforestation, this season’s poor rainfall is causing food, power shortages that could force more Zambian villagers to turn... Read more

  Posted on 25 February 2016 ANIMALS & WILDLIFE, BOOKS, ENVIRONMENT

• Nitrogen is a Neglected Threat to Biodiversity

  Habitat destruction and the direct exploitation of species often occupy center stage in discussions of biodiversity perils. However, indirect harms, such as tha... Read more

  Posted on 25 February 2016 ANIMALS & WILDLIFE, BOOKS, ENVIRONMENT

• Grassland Harvest Could Conserve Resources, Benefit Farmers, and Curb...

  

  The USDA’s Farm Service Agency established the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) 30 years ago in an effort to improve water quality, reduce soil erosion, and... Read more

  Posted on 24 February 2016 ANIMALS & WILDLIFE, BOOKS, ENVIRONMENT

• Improving Agriculture for Human Food Production (Dax Olfindo, Philippines)

  

  “The Philippines is at the forefront when we talk about biodiversity, as it is one of the Megadiverse Countries; countries that are inhabited by most of the... Read more

  Posted on 24 February 2016 ANIMALS & WILDLIFE, BOOKS, ENVIRONMENT

• Feds Outline Plan to Curb Invasive Species

  

  “Early detection and response, partnerships across jurisdictions seen as critical measures “The spread of invasive species has been identified as the... Read more

  Posted on 24 February 2016 ANIMALS & WILDLIFE, BOOKS, ENVIRONMENT

• Human Hothouse Spurs Longest Coral Die-Off on Record

  

  It’s like a bad dream from which one cannot wake. robertscribbler The big coral die-off began in the Western Pacific as a massive ocean temperature spike built... Read more

  Posted on 24 February 2016 ANIMALS & WILDLIFE, BOOKS, ENVIRONMENT

• Malthus Was Right. Now What?

  

  “Saturday marked the 250th anniversary of the birth of Thomas Robert Malthus. I would like to wish him many happy returns. “And he does keep on returning,... Read more

  Posted on 23 February 2016 ANIMALS & WILDLIFE, BOOKS, ENVIRONMENT

• Invasive Species and the Bighorn Sheep Die-off in Montana Mountains, Nevada

  

  Invasive Species GR: Human-introduced animals, plants, and disease organisms have destroyed many species and ecosystems. This aspect of the human impact on... Read more

  Posted on 20 February 2016 ANIMALS & WILDLIFE, BOOKS, ENVIRONMENT

• West Coast US Cities Sue Monsanto Over Toxic Chemicals

  

  Last week, Seattle, Washington became the latest addition to the list of cities filing lawsuits against multinational corporation Monsanto, joining San Diego,... Read more

  Posted on 20 February 2016 ANIMALS & WILDLIFE, BOOKS, ENVIRONMENT

• Seven Million Hectares of Forests Have Been Lost in Argentina Over the Past 20...

  

  Between 1998 and 2006, the deforested surface of Argentina was of almost 3,000 hectares –the equivalent of 250,000 hectares a year or one hectare every two... Read more

  Posted on 20 February 2016 ANIMALS & WILDLIFE, BOOKS, ENVIRONMENT

• March 9: Most Important Climate Lawsuit Ever | Our Children’s Trust’s Fundraiser

  

  On March 9, the U.S. District Court will hear arguments on the most important climate case ever to be heard in a court of law against the government most... Read more

  Posted on 18 February 2016 ANIMALS & WILDLIFE, BOOKS, ENVIRONMENT

• March 9: Most Important Climate Lawsuit Ever | Our Children’s Trust’s Fundraiser

  

  “On March 9, the U.S. District Court will hear arguments on the most important climate case ever to be heard in a court of law against the government most... Read more

  Posted on 18 February 2016 ANIMALS & WILDLIFE, BOOKS, ENVIRONMENT

• The Beetles: Eighty-nine Million Acres of Abrupt Climate Change

  

  Higher temperatures in North America have contributed to a pine beetle infestation that has decimated millions of forest acres. www.truth-out. Read more

  Posted on 18 February 2016 ANIMALS & WILDLIFE, BOOKS, ENVIRONMENT

• Wolverine Watchers 2: The Sequel – Defenders of Wildlife Blog

  

  As heavy snows blanketed the ground of Western Montana during the holiday season and into the New Year, the 2016 Wolverine Watchers project kicked off with an... Read more

  Posted on 17 February 2016 ANIMALS & WILDLIFE, BOOKS, ENVIRONMENT

• Help Save Britain’s Seas from Governments Who Make a Mockery of Marine...

  

  “Governments take the advice they want to hear. As they seek to avoid trouble and find the path of least resistance, they often look for advice that meshes... Read more

  Posted on 15 February 2016 ANIMALS & WILDLIFE, BOOKS, ENVIRONMENT

• ‘Frightening’ Findings Foretell Ills for Ecosystems

  

  “When it comes to determining the causes negatively affecting the biodiversity of our ecosystems, a new interdisciplinary study at Western is putting numbers... Read more

  Posted on 14 February 2016 ANIMALS & WILDLIFE, BOOKS, ENVIRONMENT

• Copper Mountain Eyes Alpine Coaster Amusement Ride

  

  More snowmaking, bike trails to be studied by Forest Service Staff Report Citing a lack of recreational opportunities at Copper Mountain, the U.S.... Read more

  Posted on 13 February 2016 ANIMALS & WILDLIFE, BOOKS, ENVIRONMENT

• One More Time – Here Is A Video That Tells It Like It Is When It Comes To The...

  

  GR: Experience has taught me that most governments represent business interests dominated by desire for short-term profits and growth-at-all-costs. Read more

  Posted on 13 February 2016 ANIMALS & WILDLIFE, BOOKS, ENVIRONMENT

• Major Wildfire Outbreak in Central and Western Africa as Drought, Hunger Grow...

  

  Drought and heat combine to expand fire size and extend the burning season. In Arizona, in the 20th Century, lightning ignited the largest fires in early... Read more

  Posted on 12 February 2016 ANIMALS & WILDLIFE, BOOKS, ENVIRONMENT