April, 2013

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Open Data for Agriculture Offers Lift-Off for Global Food Security

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Posted by Dr. Catherine Woteki, USDA’s Chief Scientist and Under Secretary for Research, Education and Economics, on April 29, 2013 at 2:45 PM. The opening day of the G-8 International Conference on Open Data for Agriculture was action-packed and inspiring. From the moment … Continued. The post Open Data for Agriculture Offers Lift-Off for Global Food Security appeared first on Data.gov.

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10 Awesome Repurposed Emergency Bunkers

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Image Source. With the Cold War long since over and world wars hopefully a thing of the past, many military bunkers and emergency bomb shelters have been re-purposed and redesigned to serve new, more hospitable functions. These structures are poignant historic reminders of past conflicts and stand as testament to times of fear and paranoia. They also offer a fascinating glimpse into the ways in which governments around the world reacted to tense and potentially perilous situations.

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Innovators Using Federal Data to Help Consumers Make Informed Decisions

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By Sarah Gearen From shopping for an airline ticket to choosing a college or purchasing a home, consumers face increasingly complex choices in today’s marketplace. Too often, the effort required to make informed financial decisions leaves many Americans in the … Continued. The post Innovators Using Federal Data to Help Consumers Make Informed Decisions appeared first on Data.gov.

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Open Data: A History

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This term “open data” is becoming increasingly commonplace. That’s what Data.gov is all about. But what is open data? A new article in the Paris Tech Review offers a snapshot of how open data was born, its evolving purpose, and … Continued. The post Open Data: A History appeared first on Data.gov.

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The Ultimate Playground Inspection Handbook

Dive into the world of playground safety with this complimentary guide. It offers a detailed exploration of essential practices to ensure the utmost safety for children. Delve into inspection techniques, from assessing equipment conditions to evaluating surfacing materials. Gain insights into maintenance strategies to keep playgrounds in top-notch condition year-round.