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Another Generation Goes Back to the Land
For the first time since 1920, the Agricultural Census is showing an increase in American farmers. Some grew up in cities and are getting financial help from the government.
By Warren Olney • • 50m ListenOn this rebroadcast of today's To the Point, for the first time since 1920, the Agricultural Census is showing an increase in American farmers. They haven't all grown up on farms; many come from the cities. Often graduates of prestigious institutions of higher learning, they're getting financial help from the federal government. Maybe they've contributed to your Thanksgiving dinner. Also, a Black Friday preview, and the last new movies before the end of Oscar season.
Banner image: Students at the Center for Land-Based Learning, including Marc Cavatorta at right.
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3 storiesBlack Friday Preview
Superstorm Sandy came at a bad time for everybody, including retailers and their suppliers getting ready for what's traditionally the biggest season for shopping all year. Stephanie Clifford reports for the New York Times .
Read the story7 minAnother Generation Goes Back to the Land
Historically speaking, civilization has moved from the countryside to the city, from tilling the soil to industrial jobs, office work and technology. There's always been a counter-movement of urbanites, who have romanticized the pastoral life ‘til they've learned about hard labor and lousy income.
Read the story35 minPeriod Pieces, Biopics and Comedies Fetching Early Oscar Buzz
The holiday season means at least some time off for a lot of people, and it's the last chance for films to qualify for next year's Oscars. We hear about some of the recent contenders from Kyle Buchanan, movies editor at New York magazine .
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