“Doomsday” seed vault opened, women farmers at Food for Tomorrow and more
Hope you’re having a good day. Here are some key things we don’t want you to miss. Sustainability: The “doomsday” seed vault in Svalbard, Norway has been opened to …
The UC Food Observer chooses a handful of important stories for you to read each work day. Typically, we offer this on Fridays, but with so many important and wonderful …
The UC Food Observer chooses a handful of important stories for you to read as you finish your work day. Typically, we offer this on Fridays, but with so many …
Grass-fed beef is only the beginning for a Georgia producer
Kim Severson (@kimseverson) of the New York Times profiles William Harris III of Georgia, a new breed of Southern agriculturalist. His family’s business – White Oak Pastures – was built …
“Wasting food is unfashionable” – composting gains traction
It’s estimated that between 30-40% of our food is wasted. Food waste presents a variety of challenges: environmental, social, economic, and ethical. Some cities are tackling the issue head on, …
North Carolina’s “food sisterhood”
The New York Times’ Kim Severson @kimseverson shares the story of North Carolina’s “food sisterhood.” Her piece vividly describes a unique and flourishing local food network that incorporates female chefs, …