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Trump Administration Rolls Back Waters of the United States Rule
The new version could have disastrous effects on American clean water—but plays to Trump’s political base.
New Documentary Tells Story of the Man Behind First Consumer Protection Law
Dr. Harvey Wiley has been hailed the father of the Pure Food and Drugs Act.
How the Sweetness of Nectar Impacts Bumblebee Vomit
Sweeter nectar slows down a vital process for bumblebees.
After a Decade, the USDA ‘Addresses’ Unfairness in Meat Production
Except they didn’t, and the National Farmers Union is not thrilled with the new proposed rule.
The Inside Story of One of the Biggest Organic Farm Scams in History
Will lessons be learned from the story of Randy Constant?
Commune Comeback, Bear Farm Brouhaha, and an OG Hustler: Your January Food News Round-Up
The question here is whether OG means original gangster or organically grown. In the case of this farm fraudster, both might apply.
COOK THIS: The Japanese Table by Sofia Hellsten
Twice a month, our writer cooks from the book and decides if these farm-to-table recipes are worth the investment.
Fish Sticks are Not So Environmentally Friendly, Study Finds
The process of making the frozen food can generate almost two times the emissions than fishing alone.
MIT Is Getting Closer to Cereal Crops That Require No Fertilizer
Grain crops that don’t need fertilizer are the holy grail. It seems within reach.
