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Craziest Bloody Mary Ever!
Here’s a Bloody Mary that will blow your mind. O’Davey’s Pub in Wisconsin set out to create the craziest Bloody Mary, and certainly did succeed. This cocktail is...
Making a Big Difference Through the Simple Act of Gardening
Volunteers planted an heirloom variety of tomato called ‘Abraham Lincoln’ in People’s Garden throughout the world to celebrate USDA’s 150th Anniversary in...
Alaskan Forest Floors Sprout Array of Interesting Mushrooms
Wild mushroom harvester enthusiasts will be flocking to Alaska to see these wonderful sites. The fly agaric (Amanita muscaria) sits on the forest floor in Alaska...
New Count Soon on Farm to School Lunch Programs
The purpose of a new program implemented by the USDA’s Farm to School Census program is to determine what schools are purchasing locally produced foods. Authors:...
Food Crisis in Mali
Food crises have plagued Mali in recent years due to drought and recurring political conflicts. The January 2012 massacre of Malian soldiers by armed Tuareg fighters...
Earth Day: 13 Things Everyone Can Do in 2013
On April 22nd, the world will celebrate Earth Day. Sustainable food and agriculture systems can play a big role in preserving the environment by helping to improve...
Napa Valley Grapegrowers Spring Conference 2013 Recap
Predicting a robust 2013 grape growing season, Napa Valley Grapegrowers also see a future shortage in Cabernet Sauvignon grapes, according to the three grape growers...
400 NYC Fast Food Workers Strike at More than 60 Restaurants
400 fast-food workers walked off their jobs at more than 60 NYC restaurants Thursday, marking the largest fast food strike in US history. “We deserve better,”...
Tie-Dyed Easter Eggs
You’ll never guess the secret ingredient in this easy egg-dyeing method — it’s food coloring! To give your eggs a fun color and texture, get a...
Food Democracy Now! Urges Veto of the Monsanto Protection Act
Food Democracy Now!, a national grassroots movement to build a safe, sustainable food system is urging President Obama to veto HR. 933 the short-term funding measure...
