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A Book List for Food Lovers

“Many people, myself among them, feel better at the mere sight of a book,” wrote Jane Smiley. I’m inclined to agree with her. Books take us on journeys to new …

Local Foods and Urban-Rural Divide

The recent resurgence in local foods is a trend that we’ve been watching closely at UC Food Observer. Over the last year, we’ve spoken with farmers, food activists, journalists, professors …

ICYMI, we spoke with farmers

It’s our first anniversary. We’re offering gratitude to farmers. The UC Food Observer is marking its first anniversary. Some quick stats: we published more than 650 blog posts our first year, earned an amazing (and …

Daily Wrap: 8/3/15

The UC Food Observer chooses a handful of important stories for you to read as you start your work week. On the menu, in no particular order: 1. Technology: The …

Q&A: Sarah Nolan, farmer and theologian

“I’ve learned that small-scale sustainable agriculture is only as sustainable as the community you build around it. Social capital is essential.” – Sarah Nolan   About Sarah Nolan: Nolan is …