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Ceremonial Grade Cacao is Ceremony’s Subversion
In the last decade, modern cacao ceremonies burst onto the New Age or spiritual scene, quickly followed by their market offspring, “ceremonial grade cacao.” What happens to ceremony in our time when such ceremonial tools can be packaged, promoted and sold in the same way as a candy bar?
As global meat consumption continues to rise, our impact on climate does, too. Could snakes be the answer to a better meat?
The American Agriculture Industry is Making (a Little) Room for Luxury Fruit
A few American companies are cashing in on the exclusive produce trend.
California’s Food Recovery Program is the First of its Kind in the US
California’s food recovery laws require large food generators to donate their surplus food.
How Using Endangered Animals Might Actually Save Them
The earth’s sixth mass extinction is happening right now, with species dying off because of encroaching agriculture. Here’s why some farmers are opting to use those animals so we can all keep them around.
“Sustainability” has become a buzzword for marketers and activists alike. Here’s how to sort through the noise and find food that’s good for your dog, the environment, and your wallet.
Building a Market for Invasive Species
Across the United States, chefs are seeking out invasive species for restaurant menus, hoping to build up ecological resilience while creating new income streams for vendors, and educating people about the impact of food choices.
Your Dog’s Food Probably Comes From a Factory Farm. Meet Some Folks Who Want to Change That
The pet food industry traditionally relies on factory farm byproducts for its ingredients, a practice the industry touts as more sustainable as it produces less waste and cheaper food. But dog owners distrust this mysterious supply chain.
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