Love at first bite, Southern Soul, food-based education and more
Good morning. We hope that you had a terrific Thanksgiving holiday. On today’s menu? Some pieces we digested over the long weekend. Hope you enjoy! Love at first bite? …
ICYMI…people and organizations we’re thankful for
As you’re enjoying a long weekend, we hope you take the opportunity to savor these #goodreads that feature people and organizations that the UC Food Observer is thankful for. Be inspired…we …
Q&A: Brett Tolley, Northwest Atlantic Marine Alliance
“The work is deeply connected to my own purpose. I have deep appreciation and gratitude for what the ocean has meant to my family. It is enormous. It has …
Q&A: Val Mellano, plant science professor, Cal Poly Pomona
“But here’s the truth: We need to have people discover agriculture before we can teach them. Once people discover agriculture it’s a remarkable thing … interest goes way up. We …
Groundwater management in CA; Iowa farmers and climate change
Good morning! Another busy week begins. We’re keeping it short and sweet today, with a focus on sustainability. Water management legislation in California is certain to spark debate. Some Iowa …
Strengthening women’s land rights across the globe; why local food is gaining traction
Good morning. It’s a beautiful day here and we’re headed off to a University of California agricultural research facility to hear some thoughts about sustainability from some of our favorite …
A letter to the future…and a look to the past
Good morning. Some good reads, in no particular order. The people behind our food. One of the best books we have ever read is Eric Schlosser’s Fast Food Nation. The …
“But if I truly could only have one wish that would come true, it would be to see food literacy as part of the academic curriculum in every school …
Q&A: Jenga Mwendo, Community Activist
“People are tired of being on medications. They are ready to understand that food is the foundation of health and wellness. We have an opportunity to live a full and …
Childhood hunger, food as Rx, water + soil, Generation Peak Booze
Good morning! It’s been a busy week. We’ve wrapped up some of the week’s most important and interesting stories for you to read today…or over the weekend. Dive in! …