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Advice From Those Organizing Against Factory Farms

When large animal livestock operations are coming to town, here’s some advice from people who have experienced it firsthand.

by Lena Beck· August 13, 2024
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Advice and Resources for Getting Out of Factory Farming

We asked those interviewed for our stories on factory farming what advice they have for contract farmers looking for or needing other options. We’ve compiled some of their insights below.

by Lena Beck· May 7, 2024
Consumption

Map: Who Composts?

Does your city offer compost? Help us fill in our map of the US and Canada, and let us know what your municipality does with food waste.

by Emily Baron Cadloff· March 18, 2024
Consumption

What You Can Do About The Overwhelming Problem of Plastic Packaging

Both individual and collective action are key to stemming the tide of plastic waste. 

by Rose Garrett· March 6, 2024
Consumption

When Labels Lie

Food labels are loaded with words and images that convey meaning. Knowing the story of your food means sifting through the true, the false and everything in between.

by Lena Beck· October 11, 2023
Farm

The Farm Bill Expired. What Happens Now?

Congress did not pass this critical omnibus bill by the September 30th deadline. Here’s what to expect.

by Lena Beck· October 2, 2023
Consumption

Regenerative Food Certification: Gold Standard or Greenwashing?

For the growing movement of eaters looking to align their values with their plates, what does it mean when you purchase regenerative certified food? And can global certification systems find common ground in their definitions?

by Jack Thompson· August 24, 2023
Consumption

Tinned Fish is Trending. But Can You Trust the Label?

The vintage staple is cool again, thanks to social media influencers and trendy shops. But is the fish as good for the environment as it might claim?

by Natalie Jesionka· July 25, 2023
Consumption

Fungi Are Coming For Us

We talk to author Emily Monosson about her new book, Blight, and the fungal pandemic that lurks in the shadows.

by Emily Baron Cadloff· July 18, 2023
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