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3 Easy Ways to Prevent Food Wastage

Ovidiu Sandru — Fri, 28 Jun 2019 13:46:25 +0000

When we’re trying to reduce our carbon footprint, it’s natural to focus on the obvious. Cars, plastic, coal, and cattle farming are all among some of the most potent threats to the Earth. Which is why so much attention is paid to recycling, the banning of single use plastics, electric cars, and plant-based diets. However, […]

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UK Giants Pledge to Halve Food Waste by 2030

Matthew Fiala — Mon, 01 Oct 2018 19:26:49 +0000

The United Kingdom has started a new government-backed plan to cut the amount of food that is wasted annually in Britain – estimated to be 10 million tonnes with a value of 20 billion pounds. Tesco, Nestle and Coca-Cola were among the 70 leading companies to sign up for the plan that promises to halve […]

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Electric Food Truck Leads the Way to Sustainability

Mila Luleva — Fri, 05 Feb 2016 09:36:21 +0000

All-electric food truck in Philadelphia leads the way to sustainable, pollution-free, eating. Food trucks are very convenient, and few can argue that often the little vehicles appear exactly when people most need them. But truth to be told, most food trucks are highly polluting. With their diesel engine running pretty much all the time, the amount of […]

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New farmerless “farm” to break ground in Japan

Guest Contributor — Fri, 22 Jan 2016 20:59:35 +0000

Japan will break ground on a new farmerless farm this summer. This indoor, fully automated farm will produce up to 17,000 heads of lettuce per day. The lettuce is grown in hydroponically, automated systems essentially cutting labor in half . The 3500m green building being built by Spread, will utilize several energy saving technologies including a 30% electric reduction by […]

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Australian Wine Industry Devastated by Climate Change

Guest Contributor — Sat, 16 Jan 2016 22:21:29 +0000

Australia is experiencing climate extremes in the Eastern and Western agricultural regions making vineyard owners very nervous. Eastern Australia, one of the countries longstanding regions for producing grapes is experiencing torrential rains. Rainfall is way above average in the region. Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia had its highest rainfall levels on record greatly affecting the […]

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5 Home Preservation Methods to Get Through the Winter (Or Any Time of Year)

Annika Tostengard — Thu, 26 Nov 2015 19:14:22 +0000

Farmer’s markets are closing up for the year, and if you ended up with too much produce, here are some surprisingly simple home food preservation methods to get the most out of what local fresh produce is still available. 1. Fermentation Food that is preserved using fermentation actually does spoil, but the chemical processes produce friendly, rather […]

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3 Projects Making Fundamental Changes to Agriculture

Annika Tostengard — Mon, 23 Nov 2015 05:32:59 +0000

The Sustainable Food Lab’s winter newsletter this year highlights some programs that will lead the agricultural industry in developing new sustainable systems to feed the world and make fundamental changes to the way the world grows its food: 1. Cocoa and Coffee Companies Plan for Climate Change Food companies need to understand their supply chains: […]

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Foodfully – How to Reduce Food Waste with a Smartphone

Annika Tostengard — Wed, 11 Nov 2015 19:17:42 +0000

Food waste can leave a pretty big carbon footprint. The farther the food had to travel to get to your fridge, the bigger the footprint. However, the health issues surrounding healthy eating become more and more critical and adds another dimension to food management. It can feel overwhelming to navigate through a busy day, only to […]

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Unsurprisingly, Media Overstates Link Between Bacon and Cancer

Annika Tostengard — Wed, 28 Oct 2015 06:41:07 +0000

Yes, the World Health Organization (WHO) now states that eating processed meat like bacon and sausage can cause cancer. However, that certainly does not mean that it is “as big a threat as cigarettes”, as one headline on the subject read. The WHO’s list of carcinogenic, or cancer-causing, substances doesn’t address the degree to which they […]

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Food Companies Demand Climate Agreement from Congress

Annika Tostengard — Mon, 05 Oct 2015 04:34:03 +0000

Ten global food companies urged both the United States and world leaders to design an international agreement to address climate change in a joint letter. Released on October 1, the letter was coordinated by Ceres and signed by the CEOs of ten major companies including Nestlé and General Mills. Mindy Lubber, president of Ceres, expressed […]

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Smart Floating Farms Could Revolutionize Food Production

Annika Tostengard — Wed, 30 Sep 2015 06:22:04 +0000

To fight the impending food crisis, an architecture company in Barcelona has come up with a design for a floating farm. As the global population rises and both land and water become scarce, sustainable farming will become even more difficult than it is now. Smart Floating Farms, as they are called, could revolutionize food production. […]

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3 Indirect Ways Sustainable Food Makes the World Better

Annika Tostengard — Thu, 03 Sep 2015 05:22:44 +0000

Everyone knows that sustainable foods are better for the environment and that the lack of pesticides and antibiotics make them a safer choice for humans, too. However, buying from sustainable farms has invisible, indirect benefits on entire communities of people. Here are 3 non-obvious reasons to support sustainable farms: 1. It Helps Small Businesses Factory farms […]

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San Diego Padres Food Trucks Lead in Sustainability

Annika Tostengard — Tue, 25 Aug 2015 19:33:19 +0000

When professional sports come to mind, “environmentally-conscious” does not usually follow in the same line of thought. Large parking lots, bright lights and plenty of trash are much more commonly associated with sports stadiums. However, the San Diego Padres’ food trucks are working to change this reputation, and have made several important steps toward making the ultimate […]

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Heroic Food: Helping Veterans through Sustainable Farming

Annika Tostengard — Wed, 19 Aug 2015 11:22:27 +0000

American farming is in somewhat of a crisis, seeing as 30% of farmers are currently over the age of 65 and only 10% are younger than 35. At the same time, American veterans often face a multitude of challenges when they return home from the traumatic environment of war. Enter Heroic Food and Ennead Architects/Ennead […]

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3 Tips for Picking the Best Fish to Eat

Annika Tostengard — Thu, 13 Aug 2015 09:26:29 +0000

Overfishing and pollution caused by the fishing industry have made it almost impossible to enjoy a salmon filet without feelings of guilt. However, the undeniable health benefits of eating fish make it an important part of a healthy diet. By carefully considering the types of fish you choose to eat, however, you can enjoy seafood while making a minimal […]

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5 Eco Friendly Cleaners You Can Make Using Lemon Juice

Annika Tostengard — Wed, 05 Aug 2015 05:28:23 +0000

Harmful chemicals can be found in most of the cleaning products that can be found in stores. Using common household items can be used to make eco friendly cleaners that are just as effective at disinfection. Lemon juice in particular is a great option, since lemons are cheap and there are organic options. There are […]

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8 Sustainable Weeds You Can Eat

Annika Tostengard — Fri, 31 Jul 2015 07:20:52 +0000

Don’t let that biomass go to waste! Weeds are not good for the garden, but not all of them need to be thrown away. Some can actually be used as a food source. With all the pesticides and other methods of keeping weeds away, simply eating them seems like a much more sustainable way of […]

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New Food Tech Provides Sustainable and Healthy Alternatives to Eggs And Chicken

Mila Luleva — Mon, 09 Dec 2013 15:06:46 +0000

Which one is first- the chicken or the egg? This unanswerable question will soon no longer matter, as the small startup Hampton Creek Foods, funded by Bill Gates and Silicon Valley investors, aims to cut down on greenhouse gas emissions, energy and water consumption, disease outbreaks, and allergies by creating sustainable eggs in the lab […]

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