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Sustainable Practices Boost Farmer Profits in National Study

A nationwide study of 30 farms across 20 U.S. states found that using soil health practices—like cover crops, no-till farming, and rotating crops—not only helps the environment but also improves fa...

Ultra-Processed Foods: A Hidden Threat to American Health

This article warns that the U.S.—despite being one of the richest countries—has the lowest life expectancy among its peers, and one big reason might be our huge intake of ultra-processed foods. The...

The Link Between Ultra-Processed Foods and Chronic Kidney Disease Risk

This meta-analysis of over 500,000 participants found that higher consumption of ultra-processed foods (UPFs)—like packaged snacks, processed meats, and sugary drinks—is clearly linked to an increa...

Smaller Farms, Bigger Impact: Yields and Biodiversity Outshine Large-Scale Agriculture

Smaller farms—under 2 hectares—make up 84% of the world’s farms and consistently outperform larger farms in both yield and biodiversity. This global meta-analysis of 118 studies found that...

Vermont's Success in the Local Food Game

City Market and the state of Vermont are leading the charge in building a strong local food system. By 2017, the state surpassed its 2020 goal of 10% local food consumption, hitting nearly 13%. Sin...

The Truth About Local Food: What It Really Means and Why It Matters

“Local food” means different things to different people, so its benefits vary. It’s not always greener—transport emissions are minor compared to how food’s grown. Economically, it can boost local j...

Why Local Foods Might Be the Key to Healthier Eating at Home

This study looked at over 400 grocery shoppers in Washington, DC to see if shopping from local farmers actually helps people eat healthier. Turns out, it does—people who shop more locally eat more ...

Why Solving Food Deserts Takes More Than Just Grocery Stores

This article challenges the idea that simply building supermarkets can solve the issue of food deserts—low-income areas lacking access to healthy, affordable food. Despite national and local effort...

Declining Nutritional Quality in Food Crops: Causes, Consequences, and Solutions

This paper explores the decline in the nutritional quality of food crops over recent decades. It identifies key drivers such as intensive farming practices, soil nutrient depletion, and increased a...

Ultra-Processed Foods Linked to Higher Risk of Disease and Death

A review of nearly 10 million people across 45 studies found strong links between eating ultra-processed foods and a wide range of serious health problems. The data showed that consuming more of th...