Agriculture

Pesticides in Food: What You Should Know and Why it Matters

Pesticides are so widely used in our food system that it’s easy to assume that they must be safe. Unfortunately, that’s not always true. So what’s the truth about pesticides in food? Are any safe for you? Which ones are most dangerous to you and the environment? And what can you do to reduce your exposure?

Ocean Robbins · September 20, 2019 · 13 min read

Top Celery Nutrition Facts & Why Celery Is Good for You

I always considered celery a pretty benign vegetable, but it seems most people either can’t get enough of it or can’t stand it. Either way, did you know that celery has a lot of health benefits? Here are some reasons you may want to grab a stalk of celery to munch on, as well as some new ways to add it to your diet.

Ocean Robbins · September 13, 2019 · 11 min read

11 Banned Foods Americans Should Stop Eating

Many foods sold in the United States are banned or fiercely regulated in other countries due to harmful additives, growth promoters, genetically engineered ingredients, herbicides, or other dangerous practices. Does this concern you? It should!

Ocean Robbins · August 30, 2019 · 8 min read

Parting the Veil: What Really Happens in Factory Farms

I studied factory farms for years. Visiting one was far worse than I imagined.

Aysha Akhtar · July 24, 2019 · 7 min read

Farmers Market Guide: Top Benefits and Shopping Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your Visit

Farmers market veteran, or perhaps a newbie? Whatever your experience, check out our farmers market guide to get the lowdown on how to make the most of this healthy and sustainable food tradition.

Ocean Robbins · June 19, 2019 · 9 min read

Using Pesticides to Grow Food Is Harming Farmworkers and Children — And These Risks Are Being Ignored

Pesticides on food are being monitored — but see why some pesticide risks are being missed.

Liza Gross · June 12, 2019 · 7 min read

Are Almonds Sustainable?

People are going nuts about almonds. Consumers are eating more and more of them, and growers are struggling to keep up with demand. But many environmentalists are concerned about the amount of water that’s used in almond production. Are they a delicious food for the world — or an environmental disaster? Read on to find out.

Ocean Robbins · June 7, 2019 · 8 min read

The Truth About Hot Dogs

Nobody’s arguing that hot dogs are a health food. But most people enjoy one (or several) every now and then. They can’t be that bad, right? Brace yourself: Let’s take an unflinching look at what hot dogs are made of and how they might affect your health.

Ocean Robbins · June 5, 2019 · 7 min read

These Harmful Chemicals Are Banned From Organic Food Products

Want to choose “clean” foods? See why organic is better for people & the planet.

Dawn Undurraga · May 29, 2019 · 9 min read

By Reconnecting With Soil, We Heal People — and the Planet

Our connection, or disconnection, with soil matters more than you may think.

Leah Penniman · May 22, 2019 · 8 min read

Opinion: How Urban Agriculture Can Improve Food Security in U.S. Cities

See the realities and potential solutions for producing more food in cities.

Miguel Altieri · May 8, 2019 · 6 min read

Is Cheese Healthy? See What the Research Says

Many people adore cheese. Why is it so appealing? And should we be eating as much as we do?

Ocean Robbins · May 3, 2019 · 9 min read