Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Whip up an oregano pesto. Put it in soups and stews. Spice up your beans. Season fresh or cooked vegetables. Make a Greek salad dressing. Infuse oil with oregano. Pair oregano with other spices.

Answer: Pesto is traditionally made with basil, but you can also make a fresh and tasty version with oregano. The pesto can be used as a spread, dip, pizza sauce, or even as a dressing for vegetables, salads, and potatoes. To make the pesto, pulse in a food processor until smooth:  1 cup (25 g) of fresh oregano ½ cup (63 g) of grated parmesan cheese 1 large garlic clove ½ cup (63 g) of almonds ½ cup (118 ml) of olive oil Salt and pepper, to taste Oregano is a spicy and robust herb that you can use to add tons of flavor to any soup or stew, including tomato soup, vegetable soup, chicken soup or stew, beef stew, potato soup, or fish stew. Mexican oregano is a variety of oregano that has more citrusy notes, and this pairs extremely well with beans of all types. You can add 2 tablespoons (3 g) of fresh oregano to any bean dish, including baked beans, taco or burrito filling, hummus, falafel, and bean soups. Vegetables and oregano are a classic combination, and you can use a single teaspoon (1.8 g) of dried oregano to spice up salads, roasted vegetables, steamed vegetables, or even veggie dips. Simply sprinkle the oregano on before serving, or stir the herb into your favorite dips.  Certain vegetables go even better with oregano than others, including tomato and eggplant, making oregano and excellent herb for ratatouille.  For raw vegetables, oregano is best when paired with salads that have strong ingredients, such as olives, citrus, goat cheese, and anchovies. Greek dressing is an excellent way to use oregano, because it pairs the herb with a number of complementary flavors, such as olives and goat cheese. To make a delicious and versatile Greek dressing for salads, potatoes, and other vegetable dishes, whisk together:  6 cups (1.4 L) olive oil ⅓ cup (48 g) garlic powder ⅓ cup (29 g) dried oregano ⅓ cup (29 g) dried basil ¼ cup (24 g) pepper ¼ cup (75 g) salt ¼ cup (36 g) onion powder ¼ cup (62 g) Dijon-style mustard 8 cups (1.9 L) red wine vinegar Oregano-infused oil is a spicy oil that can be used for cooking, dressings, drizzles, marinades, dipping bread, and anything else that you'd use plain oil for. To infuse oil with oregano:  In a small saucepan, combine a cup (235 ml) of oil, 5 cloves of minced garlic, and 3 sprigs of fresh oregano Cook the mixture over low heat for 30 minutes Remove the pan from the heat and allow the oil to cool Strain out the garlic and oregano Transfer the oil to an airtight container and refrigerate it for up to a month Oregano doesn’t have to be used on its own, and it actually complements a number of other herbs and spices very nicely. Some of the best and most popular spice pairings with oregano include:  Parsley Basil Thyme Garlic Onion Marjoram


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Define the scope of your analysis. Research your industry with independent government agencies. Compile independent research. Look at trade association data. Consult academic research. Compile relevant data using the sources above.

Answer: You might examine the industry as a whole or an industry segment which targets a particular subset of the general market. For example, you could be investigating the petrochemical industry as a whole, or a narrower niche, like US petroleum refineries. In either case, you’ll need to identify the companies that offer services or products similar to those which your company offers. You might also need to conduct some cross-industry research.  For example, a game developer may need to compile statistics on the console gaming market, PC gaming market, and handheld gaming market. Government databases contain huge volumes of statistical information on various economic sectors.  Some of the best government sources in the United States for industry statistics include the Market and Industry Analysis Statistics published by the United States Census, the Department of the Treasury, FedStats.gov, EconomicIndicators.gov, and the Food and Drug Administration.  All publish useful reports and statistics. For other countries, consult federal databases and agencies within your nation, or conduct an internet search with keywords like “government statistics [name of your industry]” to locate relevant information. At least two independent research reports with data on your market should be consulted. Contact private data-collection agencies or industry interest groups for a published report or market analysis relevant to your research. You can also consult experts within your own company. Just bear in mind that their views may be biased or unreliable. There may be more than one trade association for your industry.  For instance, if you’re in the computer industry, you might consult or request recent industry-wide reports from the Computer & Communications Industry Association, the Association for Interactive Marketing, or the Information Systems Security Association.  Whatever your industry, consult trade groups and industry publications to identify info which can provide background info on your industry analysis. Check academic databases such as Google Scholar for published studies on your area of interest.  The Encyclopedia of Emerging Industries and the Encyclopedia of American Industries, both published by Gale Research, are also good sources. Make special note of annual revenues in the industry, number of involved companies, workforce statistics, etc.  Find statistics about the size of the customer base and buying trends.  Cross-check your information against other sources to ensure accuracy.  Your industry analysis will be examined thoroughly when you present the final business proposal to investors or stockholders, so ensure your data is solid and sourced properly.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Understand the definition of a forward contract. Learn the meaning of derivatives. Learn the meaning of hedging.

Answer:
A forward contract is an agreement between a buyer and a seller to deliver a commodity on a future date for a specified price. The value of the commodity on that future date is calculated using rational assumptions about rates of exchange. Farmers use forward contracts to eliminate risk for falling grain prices.  Forward contracts are also used in transactions using foreign exchange in an effort to reduce the risk of losses due to changes in the exchange rates. A derivative is a security with a price that is based upon, or derived, from something else. Forward contracts are considered derivative financial instruments because the future value of the commodity is derived from other information about the commodity. The future value of the commodity for the forward contract is derived from the current market value, or spot price, and the risk-free rate of return. In investing, hedging means minimizing risk. In forward contracts, buyers and sellers attempt to minimize risk of losses by locking in prices for commodities in advance. Buyers lock in a price in hopes that they will end up paying less than the current market value of a commodity. Sellers hedge their risks with forward contracts in an attempt to protect themselves from falling prices.