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Consumption-Explainer

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
Food-Op-ed

Opinion: Congress Should Standardize Food Labels in Farm Bill to Curb Food Waste

Americans throw out 6.5 million tons of edible food each year. Changing the ‘best by’ labels would fix that.

by Pete Pearson· April 22, 2024
Food-On The Ground

On the Ground With the Schools Learning What It Takes To Improve Lunch Menus

Here’s how four trailblazing school districts are gaining traction, from getting buy-in from kids to upping creativity in the kitchen.

by Emily Baron Cadloff· April 16, 2024
Farm-Article

Preserving the Salt Ponds of Hanapēpē

Hawaiian salt farming is an ancient practice passed down through generations. Locals hope modern problems won’t stand in the way of tradition.

by Megan Ulu-Lani Boyanton· April 11, 2024
Food-Op-ed

Opinion: There’s No Right Way to Eat Meat

Trying to make the ‘perfect’ decision over such a thorny issue is simply not possible. Instead, aim for ‘less’ and ‘better’.

by Olivia Oldham and Katie Revell· April 10, 2024
Food-Article

Drinking, and Thinking About, More Sustainable Beer

This month, Earth to Beer is raising awareness about sustainability and conservation by bringing together breweries and nonprofits in a collaborative effort to make more environmentally friendly beer.

by Ruvani de Silva· April 4, 2024
Food-How to

How to Be a Food Policy Advocate in Your Community 

Food policy experts offer simple steps that anyone can take to create positive change.

by Elena Valeriote· April 2, 2024
Farm-How to

Making Old Orchards New Again

The increasing popularity of hard cider means apple trees planted a century ago are being rediscovered and restored.

by Kirsten Lie-Nielsen· April 1, 2024
Farm-Spotlight On

Spotlight On the Arizona Nonprofit Working to Transform Urban Food Deserts

By going all in on permaculture and neighborhood gleaning, nonprofit Homegrown is aiming to feed Phoenix—and one day, the country.

by Theresa "Sam" Houghton· March 29, 2024
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