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It’s a busy time of year. So, we want to make sure you don’t miss these recent food and agriculture news stories from UC Food Observer. From bees to sorghum …

Celebrate International Year of Pulses

Pulses have been eaten since at least 7000 to 8000 B.C. according to the United Nations, but the year 2016 might be the one that pushes these healthy foods to …

Daily Wrap: Tuesday 8/11/15

The UC Food Observer chooses some important stories for you to read each work day. On today’s menu, in no particular order: 1. The growing demand for ‘fair’ food: In …

Friday Wrap: 7/10/15

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

Friday Wrap: 4/10/15

UC Food Observer chooses a handful of important stories for you to read as you finish your work week. On the menu, in no particular order: a Q & A …

Q&A: Liz Carlisle

Liz Carlisle is a fellow at the Center for Diversified Farming Systems at the University of California, Berkeley. She holds a Ph.D. in Geography, also from Berkeley, and a B.A. …