September was the warmest on record for the Imperial Valley, with temperatures climbing over 90 degrees. That meant trouble for farmer Alex Jack. “It got … Our Future May Hold Less FoodRead more
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Consumer Victory as Campbell Announces New Labels
Campbell Soup’s announcement that it will become the first U.S. company to begin labeling genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in its products garnered accolades on Friday … Consumer Victory as Campbell Announces New LabelsRead more
Barbados announces new 10% tax on sugary beverages
The Caribbean island of Barbados has announced a new sugar tax, effective August 1, 2015. The 10 percent tax will apply to all carbonated soft … Barbados announces new 10% tax on sugary beveragesRead more
How We Learn to Eat
So when I opened up Bee Wilson’s most recent book, “First Bite: How We Learn to Eat,” it was not simply as a disinterested reviewer. … How We Learn to EatRead more
A Terrible Rule to Eat By
When your favorite diet advice is the same as junk food peddlers’ favorite diet advice, maybe you should reconsider. “Everything in moderation” is attractive advice, … A Terrible Rule to Eat ByRead more
How to eat healthy and save the planet
Dieticians and food companies are awaiting the US Department of Agriculture’s highly anticipated new dietary guidelines by the end of this year with one key … How to eat healthy and save the planetRead more
Why food prices scaled the peaks
How did you fare during the great food-price spikes of 2008 and 2011? If your response to this question is, “Um, what food-price spikes?”, then … Why food prices scaled the peaksRead more
Why India must face up to a bigger problem than instant noodles
Instant noodles are a staple for many households, especially in India and Asia. In India, Swiss brand Maggi – part of the Nestlé family – … Why India must face up to a bigger problem than instant noodlesRead more