Daily Roundup

Top Crops: The Bolivian government aims to combat world food shortages by tempting local farmers to grow rice instead of the traditional favorite--coca. BBC

Big Plans: California's EPA has launched the Green Chemistry Initiative, which should help industry reduce the use of toxic chemicals and increase green chemistry's presence in classrooms. Green Biz

Smooth Ride: Bamboo snowboards are greener and lighter so grab an eco-board and hit the slopes. Smart2BeGreen

Royal Remedy: Prince Charles is set to launch his own line of homeopathic goods. The herbal treatment will leave you feeling like a prince. Ecorazzi

Red Light: The auto industry hits the breaks as Chrysler shuts down production lines while GM and Toyota halt construction on Volt and Prius factories. Green Daily