This Community Fridge is the Only One Left in Atlanta—and the Need is Growing
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From Community, For Community: The Rise of the Free Fridge
Community fridges have been around for more than a decade, but they rose in popularity over the COVID pandemic. Why has this form of mutual aid become so popular?
Urban Farms are a Lifeline for Food-Insecure Residents. Will New Jersey Finally Make Them Permanent?
Urban farms in Essex County, New Jersey are calling on municipal and state governments for long-term investment to combat food insecurity.
On the Ground With the Farms Feeding Hospitals and Their Patients
Food can be medicine. That’s why some hospitals are teaming up with farms—or starting their own—to make fresh food part of patient care.
Mexican Cities and States Could Run Out of Water. What’s the Solution?
More than 22 million people in Mexico City could face a complete water shortage this month, and millions more around the country deal with frequent droughts and water shortages. Is it time to rethink our relationship with water?
Women Are Reclaiming Their Hunting Heritage
The surprising reasons fueling a hunting boom among women.
On the Ground With the Farmers Producing Antibiotic-Free Meat
As the sales of antibiotics for use in livestock increase, these farmers say they have a better way.
Opinion: Congress Should Standardize Food Labels in Farm Bill to Curb Food Waste
Americans throw out 6.5 million tons of edible food each year. Changing the ‘best by’ labels would fix that.
On the Ground With the Schools Learning What It Takes To Improve Lunch Menus
Here’s how four trailblazing school districts are gaining traction, from getting buy-in from kids to upping creativity in the kitchen.
Opinion: There’s No Right Way to Eat Meat
Trying to make the ‘perfect’ decision over such a thorny issue is simply not possible. Instead, aim for ‘less’ and ‘better’.