Nutrition Research: From Energy Drinks to Obesity
Today’s News Wrap focuses on nutrition research…and how it is translating to calls for change in public policy. Opinion: Energy drinks are killing young people. It’s time to stop …
Nutrition Research: From Energy Drinks to Obesity
Today’s News Wrap focuses on nutrition research…and how it is translating to calls for change in public policy. Opinion: Energy drinks are killing young people. It’s time to stop …
Wrap: Western Water, Federal Budget, UC Santa Cruz Agroecology
Good morning! It’s going to be a busy week. A few things to highlight: ICYMI – A thoughtful piece about water and public art. Despite a persistent drought, many Californians …
Growing Food? Need Help? Ask A Master Gardener!
Are you growing food this year? If so, it helps to have a credible source of growing information. Maybe you need someone to answer your questions about pests or plant …
Obesity Conference Elevates Voices of Youth Advocates
It’s no secret that obesity is a serious health issue in the United States. Obesity rates have doubled for adults and preschool children over the last 30 years, and they’ve …
Let’s look at food waste. It’s a big problem. Food Waste is Dumb Says Climate Lab Video Series – Week Four I continue to love and learn from the Climate Lab …
Cinco de Mayo is a popular annual celebration of Mexican-American culture. It’s a day that honors a victorious battle fought during the French-Mexican War. But many people think of it …
The next Napa? Small beetle = big threat. And more.
It’s shaping up to be a busy week, another in a string of busy weeks that’s seen me traveling around the state. Sitting on trains and planes provides an opportunity …
News Wrap: Global Focus on Food and Agriculture
While many of us are focused on our national politics, it’s a big world out there. And food, agriculture and people drive it. Today’s wrap includes globally focused food and agricultural …
Food and Ag News You May Have Missed
Pour yourself a cup of something warm. Settle into a comfortable chair, and enjoy some of these recent food and farming stories you may have missed: A Salute to Irish …
A Salute to Irish Food and Agriculture
Recently I’ve focused on learning more about Ireland’s food system and agricultural sector, in preparation for a trip there this summer. St. Patrick’s Day seems a fitting time to share some …