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Farm

Factory Farms Explained

What do people mean when they say, “factory farm”? Here’s a short breakdown, and why people want alternatives.

by Lena Beck· August 12, 2024
Farm

What a Trump or Harris Presidency Will Mean for Farmers and Eaters

What could our food system look like under these two different leaders? Here’s what we know from their policy positions.

by Kathleen Willcox· August 9, 2024
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Consumption

PFAS: Behind the Label

How do you know if your products are PFAS-free or not? Here’s our expert-informed guide.

by Lena Beck· May 29, 2024
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Consumption

The EPA Just Passed the First-Ever Federal Regulations for ‘Forever Chemicals’ in Drinking Water. Here are the Top Five Things You Need to Know.

Of the thousands of "forever chemicals" out there, the Environmental Protection Agency just passed a drinking water standard for a small handful of them. Here’s what it means for you.

by Lena Beck· May 29, 2024
Consumption

Is the Farm Stop Revolution Upon Us?

A hybrid between a farmer’s market and a co-op store, farm stops are popping up across the country, helping customers access local food year round.

by Steven Corso· May 14, 2024
Consumption

Holding onto Farmland, One Conservation Easement at a Time

Across the United States, the land of retiring farmers and ranchers is getting bought up by developers eager to subdivide it. Land trusts may be the solution to the farm loss problem.

by Jennifer Cole· April 8, 2024
Food

How Does Food Get Delivered to Hungry People in Conflict Zones?

In the midst of war and conflict, access to food can quickly become precarious. Here’s how a few organizations and aid workers go about distributing food in the middle of war.

by Kathleen Willcox· March 26, 2024
Consumption

Digging In: Food’s Big, Plastic Problem

We’re swimming in plastic, and often eating it, too. So, what can we do about it?

by Rose Garrett· March 6, 2024
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Farm

What Does it Take to Become an Organic Farmer?

A USDA NRCS specialist answers questions about transitioning to organic farming.

by Lena Beck· February 28, 2024
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