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The Quest to Turn Food Waste into Road Salt

From cheese brine to beet juice, these locally-sourced, environmentally-friendly de-icers are turning waste into safe driving.

by Brian Barth· February 18, 2019
Consumption-How to

Five Eco-Friendly Valentine’s Gift Ideas

Do the planet a favor and skip the roses this year.

by Brian Barth· February 11, 2019
Tom Chappelle's Ramblers Way Knits
Consumption-Personal Essay

Tom Chappell’s Ramblers Way knits

Whether toothpaste or cardigans, Chappell is selling the idea that businesses should not exist just for the pursuit of profit.

by Brian Barth· September 30, 2018
Farm-Article

Empowering West African women through sustainable agriculture

Which is why General Mills partners with CARE, a nonprofit organization with more than seven decades of experience working to end poverty and catalyze lasting positive change in co...

by General Mills· August 10, 2018
Consumption-Article

Foods Can Be Endangered, Too. Here Are 9 That Need Our Protection

The “Ark of Taste” catalogs some of the world’s rarest food, ingredient, and techniques. Here, we take an in-depth look at a selection from 3,500+ endangered items on the list.

by Tracy Block· July 30, 2018
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5 Ways to Be a More Earth-Conscious Beauty Consumer

This Earth Day, make a pledge to green your beauty routine.

by Annie Tomlin· April 20, 2018
Farm-How to

How to Make an Herbal Tincture

Herbal tinctures are a time-tested way to keep the cold and flu bugs away. Follow our guide to make your own.

by Brian Barth· April 17, 2018
Farm-Article

Some of the Most Innovative Tech Stories from 2017

“Bespoke” produce from an indoor farm, tiny drones that could help pollinate crops were just a few of ag-tech stories we covered in 2017.

by Andrew Amelinckx· December 29, 2017
Consumption-How to

Waste Not, Want Not: 10 Ways to Reduce Your Food Waste Footprint

How to waste less food at the grocery store, around the house, and in the garden.

by Brian Barth· April 14, 2016
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