From recruiting student volunteers to writing op-ed columns on national policies, food activists are alive and well … and growing stronger. Over the last year, we’ve spoken with several well-known …
FLOTUS’ food fight, the Orange Empire and more
Good morning! On the menu today, in no particular order: The Great FLOTUS Food Fight. Michelle Obama’s focus on healthy food and nutrition “has transformed the American food landscape…” One …
These days, gardeners everywhere are pulling out catalogs, planting seeds and planning for another growing season. So, in celebration of our First Year Anniversary, we salute some of the people …
Why don’t presidential candidates talk about food? Changes in SNAP. And more.
Good morning! It’s caucus day in Iowa and our first item actually considers presidential politics. On the menu: Editorial: Why don’t the presidential candidates talk about food? The UC Food Observer has been wondering …
What food system fixes Americans want to see; big events – join the conversation
Hope you’re having a great day! Here’s a brief round up of news we thought was important and interesting. Today’s space is mostly devoted to two events; information about those is …
On this last day of August – a month with five Mondays – we offer you this selection of stories to begin your work week. Food is free in …
The UC Food Observer chooses some important stories for you to read each work day. On today’s menu: 1. Food Democracy: By the People, for the People and Toward a …
The 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: Could buying smaller …
Urban gardeners should test soil
The National Gardening Association reported last year that the number of Americans producing food in urban areas increased nearly 30 percent between 2008-2013. Anecdotally, many of us see evidence of …
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 …