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Politics of the Plate: The Crate Escape

California has banned the close confinement of farm animals, and other states may soon follow its lead.
11.07.08
food politics

Four Farmers Project: Blizzard

Farm country is paralyzed. This is the kind of wet, fat-flaked storm that blows so hard the snow sticks and turns to concrete on kitchen window panes.
11.07.08
travel + culture

The Town That Food Saved

Hardwick’s economic future was dim, until a chain of events turned it into one of the most important food towns in America.
10.20.08
food politics

Politics of the Plate: Fishy Nomenclature

That sustainable “Pacific red snapper” at your local supermarket may be an impostor, and the effects go way beyond consumer fraud.
10.17.08
food politics

The Gourmet Q + A: Mark Kastel

The co-founder of The Cornucopia Institute talks about the spiritual side of organics, and why he can’t wait for a change in the Oval Office.
10.15.08
food politics

Politics of the Plate: Pollock Problems, and an Egg Lawsuit

The world’s largest pollock fishery faces collapse, and egg farmers are sued over inhumane conditions.
10.13.08
food politics

The ABCs of the New CSAs

Looking for a sound investment in these troubled times? Try community-supported food.
10.08.08
food politics

Politics of the Plate: CCD Clues, Fumigated Nuts, and Fish Farms

A new suspect emerges as the cause of the devastating disease, and more.
09.12.08
food + cooking

The Pigeon and the Plate

What’s the difference between the squab in your dinner and the pigeons outside on the windowsill? In a word: lifestyle.
09.05.08
food + cooking

Kernels of Wisdom

Learning to love popcorn and the country that invented it.
09.04.08
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