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Consumption
Making ‘Weeds’ Part of the Food System
Tama Matsuoka Wong’s new book, Into the Weeds, is an invitation to change the way you look at what grows around you.
Digging In: Food’s Big, Plastic Problem
We’re swimming in plastic, and often eating it, too. So, what can we do about it?
What You Can Do About The Overwhelming Problem of Plastic Packaging
Both individual and collective action are key to stemming the tide of plastic waste.
Can Mushrooms Help Extinguish Toxic Waste?
Fungi offer a low-impact, full-circle solution to hazardous waste management.
Are Next-Gen Synthetic Fibers the Future of Sustainable Textiles?
As research and production of next-gen synthetic fibers takes off in search of alternatives to polyester, some natural fiber producers worry they’ll be left in the hamper.
This is the Year to Eat More Upcycled Foods
As consumer interest in climate-friendly consumption grows, “upcycled” products—made from food that otherwise wouldn’t be utilized—are gaining steam, with an official certification and more.
Opinion: European Farmers Are Standing Up to Free Trade—Will US Farmers?
As farmer protests continue across Europe, here’s what American producers could learn from the demonstrations.
The Staggering Scale of Food Waste, Explained
The US wastes a third of its food. Here’s where it happens and how.
A Bulk of Food Waste Happens at Home. Here’s How to Cut Your Footprint.
Experts tips for reeling in unnecessary waste.
