by Jade Greene Cyclospora is still making headlines. This foodborne illness has sickened hundreds of people across the country and led to recalls of fresh produce. While no food system is risk-free, these outbreaks...
We’re all living inside one giant, interconnected biome — the land beneath us, the water around us, the air we breathe, and all the living things we cross paths with over a lifetime. And just as we’re part of the planet as a whole, we’re also part of our local ecosystems. As we move through our day, we’re giving something to that system and taking something from it, whether we notice it or not. Because of that, our choices ripple outward, and the health of the earth matters directly to our own well-being, especially when it comes to the food we rely on. Nutritious food only comes from ecosystems that are cared for — from the micro-organisms in soil all the way out to a watershed. When one part of that system breaks down, the rest eventually feels it.
By Jade Greene This potent and controversial herbicide has been in the news lately as President Trump signed an executive order directing the Secretary of Agriculture to boost the domestic supply of glyphosate. Why...
By Jade Greene To lead up to our event with Anne Biklé in April, we are exploring what makes healthy soil. One key ingredient is mycorrhizal fungi, a special group of fungi that help plants reach for more nutrients....
In an era of abundant food supply, it's easy to assume we’re well-nourished. Yet beneath the surface of today’s farming practices lies a growing concern: our soil—the very foundation of our food system—is in trouble. As soil health declines, so too does the nutritional value of the food grown in it. Coupled with chemical use and shifts in livestock feeding practices, the implications for human health are significant and far-reaching.
Every call, letter, and email you send to elected officials matters, here’s an example of how a simple email inspired Representative Tim Brennan to learn more about regenerative farming.
By Jade Greene History has many lessons to teach us, including how to treat our soil. Nearly 100 years ago, beginning in 1931, one of the worst human-made disasters struck the United States - the Dust Bowl. A...
Farmers are the first to notice changes in the environment. They work the land year after year, using their knowledge and skills to work alongside weather, considering the trends that have come in the seasons and...
by Jade Greene Labeling of meat and egg products can be intentionally misleading. Which labels have actual certification requirements? Which denote the most humane treatment of animals? Read on to understand what...
There are many tips to help us “go green” but one of the best ways to make an impact is where you buy your food. Shopping from local, organic and regenerative farms is a fantastic and delicious way to benefit the...
You may have noticed barren shelves and soaring prices on eggs in grocery stores. Outbreaks of avian flu have impacted large farming operations across the country, forcing farms to slaughter chickens, reducing the...
by Paul Weinstein This article addresses the 2023 Farm Bill, clarifying: what it is; how it impacts farmers and consumers; what might be different in 2023, particularly related to regenerative agriculture; and what...
