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...groundwater is a big deal. It's the source of drinking water for half the U.S. population. Nebraska floats on water, sitting atop a gigantic sponge of sand and gravel that contains several aquifers. Farmers can drill into the rich soil, erect a center-pivot sprinkler system and watch corn grow as high as an elephant...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Fresh Water: SUSAN SEACREST: Are the Wells Poisoned? | 8/2/1999 | See Source »

...last effort before heading out to the mound, I asked Mr. Shucks, the corn ear with a baseball head, for advice. It was then I learned Mr. Shucks is a woman. I found this oddly exciting...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Where Are You Now, Sandy Koufax? | 7/19/1999 | See Source »

...independent review of the process it uses to approve new varieties of genetically engineered foods and that it will also set up regional research centers to evaluate the long-term effects of such foods. The Europeans have been steadfast in their opposition to genetically altered farm products such as corn and soybeans, prompting the U.S. to threaten stiff tariff retaliation...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Will Tinkered Tomatoes Give You Tumors? | 7/14/1999 | See Source »

...little plastic packets of soy sauce. They contain the sensory equivalent of diesel fuel. This "soy" sauce is an American aberration born during World War II food shortages. Naturally brewed soy sauce contains wheat, soybeans, water and salt and is fermented and aged like wine. If the label reads corn syrup and caramel color, it's not the real thing. BARBARA TROPP San Francisco...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Letters: Jul. 12, 1999 | 7/12/1999 | See Source »

Baskin Robbins is not just ice cream any more. This summer, the home of the 31 flavors has introduced the new Real Fruit Smoothies. Though primarily a shockingly sweet blend of corn syrup and ice, they can be surprisingly refreshing on hot summer days...

Author: By Kirsten G. Studlien, CRIMSON STAFF WRITER | Title: Icy Treats Beat Summer Heat | 7/2/1999 | See Source »

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