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An organic company in upstate New York is concerned that all 1,600 organic farms in the state could be in jeopardy of losing organic status. 
Described as "nature's energy drink", birch sap contains important nutrients for the Spring time. It also makes some pretty incredible wine, apparently. 
A community garden in Atlanta proviudes refugees from around the Globe a space to grow food, share their culture and to build community as a result. 
Savvy Sustainable Practices at California's Bison Brewery are as Good as the Chocolate Stout
One of the most highly touted green craft brewers around, Bison Brewery delivers alternative flavors like Honey Basil Ale and Fall Gingerbread Ale, in addition to the award-winning Chocolate Stout. 
Dear Pablo: I have been seeing a lot of advertisements claiming that soda makers are better for the environment. Are these claims really true? 
The European Union is spending $4 Million in 2012 for research into using insects as a novel source of protein. How soon before an insect-based food additive hits fast food chains near you? 
Just label it campaign works to get national gmo labeling. 
How to make trail mix less crunchy-granola and more crave-worthy. Hint: dark chocolate chips! 
CSAs are not the only option. Now, there are large-scale online companies delivering organic produce and products right to your door. 
“Parents can now imagine their children coming home from school with a newfound love for spinach, sweet potatoes and whole-wheat spaghetti." 
A new, crowd-sourced website plans to document every angle of the food system. But will it move beyond the locavore set? 
Under a proposed bill, inhumane battery cages would be replaced with "enriched colony housing systems," and space allotted for each hen doubled. 
California Sustainable Winery Lynmar Estate Also Grows Food for Cancer and AIDS Patients
This vineyard and winery in Sonoma County also grows fruits and vegetables, which high school students use to prepare healthy meals for cancer and AIDS patients. 
California Law to Keep Injured Livestock Out of Food Supply Overturned by Supreme Court
Federal law trumps state law, the Supreme Court rules, when it comes to requiring sick "downer" livestock to be euthanized immediately, and not just dragged on to the slaughter. 
Oldest ever popcorn discovered in Peru tells the story of indigenous corn varieties versus gmo monoculture crops. 
Should Slaughter Be Banned in Urban Environments? Backyard Farming Troubles Neighbors
It's become trendy for urbanites to raise animals for meat. But some of their vegan neighbors think it's less than cool. 
Overhauling your eating habits is as easy as reaching for your phone. 
Aquaponics, or raising fish and vegetables together, is no longer just for the backyard hobbyist or survival nut. 
The recently published e-book is Bittman's latest foray into helping readers understand the transformative nature of the simple act of cooking. 
Nashville eateries sustain local farmers, grow their own organic veggies and join the Green Restaurant Association. 
Researchers found that eating the equivalent of one processed sausage per day can raise the risk of developing the cancer by 19%. 
Eating less meat and dairy is a very good idea. Calling it "semi-veganism" may not be. 
EAsements under power lines take up an incredible amount of land. One community is using that land to grow food for those in need. 
An advice columnist explores what to do when someone brings food that was formerly trash to a family gathering. 
Nearly 45,000 public comments were written opposing the newly approved corn variety and only 23 comments were written in favor, and other GMO crops are on the way. 
Effective January 1, British eggs are not from battery-farmed hens. 
Don't let that beautiful arrangement of pomegranates go to waste. Their easier to de-seed than you might think. 
Meat eating is always a tricky subject. But what if you are hunting invasive species that are wiping out native animals? 
There's a growing shift in the organic agriculture industry away from sustainable practices. 
Eating vegan used to have a boring, worthy reputation. But Cinnaholic's gourmet vegan cinnamon buns are just the latest evidence that that is changing fast. And that should make all of us happy. 
Government approval of 13 varieties of genetically modified corn feed sparks a campaign for consumers' right to know. 
USDA deregulates Monsanto's drought tolerant corn for farmers. Trials to begin in the Great Plains 
A naked protester lies on a giant plate to campaign against animal cruelty. It's a live performance in the streets of Barcelona to raise awareness about meat consumption, especially around christmas. 
Of all the people to make a Christmas special cooking video, you wouldn't think it would be the Vegan Black Metal Chef. 
People are too obsessed with cleanliness, says one dumpster diving father. His family eats mostly from the garden or the dumpster. And they've been putting on weight. 
Eating healthy can be challenging, but snacking healthy is even harder. One company has come up with a plan that helps make it a whole lot easier. 
A Post-Apocalyptic Homemade Veggie Broth Recipe: The Vegan Zombie Goes Back to Basics (Video)
The Vegan Zombie's unique take on "extreme cooking shows" has earned him a cult following. Here he shows us one of the basics of veggie-based cooking. 
Guerrilla Grafters believe that street trees are too valuable not to use for food production. So they are illegally converting ornamental street trees into edible fruit production. 
The Genetically Engineered Safety Act is intended to prevent the biological contamination of our food supply. 
Food matters, and can be a job and wealth creator for cities. Welcome to Farmers' Market 2.0. 
Growlers are a great way to enjoy local craft beers in reusable containers. This Friday is National Growler Day. Let's celebrate! 
The Perennial Plate produces some of the best online videos about local food and sustainability that are out there. Now, they say, it's your turn to make your own. 
Many enthusiastic words have been written about the potential for permaculture to feed the world. One plant biologist has very serious doubts. So what's the problem? 
Every year we look at the latest in the green gingerbread design world; This year it's a home in a dome. 
In the deserts of Morocco, a 2000-year-old food forest provides food security for 800 farming families. This is the true meaning of oasis. 
LA Whole Foods shoppers now can have concierge-shopped groceries delivered to their door via solar powered electric bikes 
Picky eaters are more likely to be allergies to soy, gluten, peanuts, etc later in life. 
A bread-making workshop, a dinner featuring traditional wheat-based dishes, and a discussion on wheat's role in Turkey's history are on the agenda in Istanbul for today's celebration of Terra Madre Day 2011. 
Mississippi will no longer be a certifying agent for farms in the state. 
Disposables are oh so convenient, but they are not only wasteful, they can be seriously hazardous. |
