Did you know that 25-30% of total greenhouse gas emissions are attributable to our food system? The story behind our food system is complex, because it includes production, transportation, retail, ...

Imagine a year-round farmers market with aisles full of ripe, colorful fruits and vegetables. Envision grass-fed meat and dairy, free-range poultry and eggs, an assortment of artisan-crafted cheeses ...

Kitchen staff at the Clear Lake Middle School in northern Iowa slice local apples as one of the fruit options for lunch. The school district received federal funds through the USDA's Local Food for ...

Eating locally grown foods is a stellar way to support local business and economy, and a sneaky way to reduce your carbon footprint. Many produce items available at chain grocery stores fly hundreds ...

In October 2017, the Tubbs Fire in Northern California burned more than 36,000 acres and a large part of suburban Santa Rosa, forcing around 100,000 people to evacuate their homes. Grocery stores, ...

Overall well-being has several factors, including a healthy diet that nourishes the soul and body. A diet that focuses on fresh, seasonal ingredients and incorporates as many whole foods as possible ...

Eating locally grown foods has become the latest trend in our battle to eat better and live healthier lives. Sales of locally grown food are expected to jump from approximately $4 billion in 2002 to ...

In November, after months of finishing complicated paperwork, developing infrastructure, and building relationships, the pieces were finally in place for Emma Jagoz to start fulfilling a new contract ...