A call for decorum instead of mayhem in the conversation around food and farm.  Farm, food,  ranch, agribusiness, and nutrition leaders are excited about No More Food Fights!, the first book of its kind to help food producers and buyers (and everyone in between) reach across the table and engage in productive conversations. Endorsements for the first edition include:

 

No More Food Fights! takes a unique look at the very real disconnect for many on understanding how farm products become food. Michele Payn offers an intriguing look at tough issues such as food safety, animal welfare and biotechnology. We are very impressed with the way she brought food, nutrition and agriculture experts together.

~ David Schmidt,
President & CEO, International Food Information Council

From acknowledging concerns and establishing shared values, to transparency and engagement, the topics addressed in Michele Payn’s No More Food Fights offer a roadmap for today’s ongoing national dialogue about food and farming. It all starts with listening and building trust and, at the end of the day, sharing personal stories rich in information so our customers can make informed decisions on their own and connect with farm and ranch families at the center of the plate.

~ Bob Stallman,
President, American Farm Bureau Federation

There’s no need to have food fights in the grocery aisles. No More Food Fights! provides a fresh look at some of the dilemmas food buyers and farmers both face. More importantly, this book gives ideas to get everyone around the food plate engaged in a conversation.

~ Phil Lempert,
The Supermarket Guru^®, NBC News’ Today Show Food Trends Editor,
Author and Speaker

There is a natural connection between food and farm that’s lost to most grocery shoppers. No More Food Fights! offers an inside look at some of the most critical issues that people around the food plate need to be talking about today.

~ Janet Helm, MS, RD,
author of The Food Lover’s Healthy Habits Cookbook,
former media spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

Agriculture needs to address food buyer concerns in order to be successful in the future.  Food buyers need to know more facts about where their food comes from. Michele Payn bridges those worlds in No More Food Fights! and helps others do the same. A must-read.

~ Mary Shelman,
Harvard Business School Agribusiness Program

No More Food Fights! is the perfect antidote to daily servings of sensationalized misinformation about our food supply and agriculture practices. Since food is meant to be enjoyed and savored rather than feared, Michele Payn nourishes you with practical advice and accurate answers from the experts. No portion control needed with this lively and inspiring guide – devour this book in entirety!

~ Kim Galeaz, RD, CD,
Registered Dietitian, Culinary Nutritionist, Recipe Creator,
Writer and host of Indiana Cooks on WFYI

No More Food Fights! is a mantra everyone in agriculture should adopt.  It’s time to move beyond contentious, defensive rhetoric and engage in a conversation that recognizes that farmers and consumer alike want safe food produced responsibly. Use the insights offered by Michele Payn to build your skills and enhance public understanding and appreciation of agriculture.

~ Charlie Arnot,
Center for Food Integrity

There are many who know the need, but few who teach us how!  In No More Food Fights!, Michele’s valuable insight and examples teach others to bridge conversations from farm gate to consumer plate.  Her years of living agriculture, leading connections, focused listening and targeted research combine to address vital needs for the creators and consumers of food.  Read and internalize the message. Keep the book close by as a guide. Use the content.  Meaningful conversations will be the result.

~ Jolene Brown,
Certified Speaking Professional,
author of Sometimes You Need More Than a 2×4, and Iowa Farmer

As a Canadian farmer I was shocked to read that folks in downtown Toronto are actually afraid of their food ! We produce great food for the world, and have close connections to where our food comes from, but that story is lost in translation. Michele’s tips and insights will give all of us at the gate or the plate tools to make food conversations more helpful, and less fearful. Read No More Food Fights! to strengthen your advocacy for agriculture.

~ Elaine Froese,
Farm Family Coach, Seeds of Encouragement,
author of Do the Tough Things Right

When you understand where your food comes from, you can make better health decisions.  I always recommend people ask the experts – and Michele Payn is one of the best at bridging the farm and food worlds. No More Food Fights! is a much-needed resource that will give you a personal look at why getting the real dish about food matters.

~ Eliz Greene,
Wellness Expert and Speaker,
American Heart Association Spokesperson

Canadian agriculturists need to pay close attention to the case studies in No More Food Fights!; these examples illustrate how people with limited connection to farming will impact our future. Michele Payn provides common sense ways for people to connect around the plate. If you’re interested in the future of food or farm, you need to read this.

~ Shaun Haney,
RealAgriculture.com

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You can see the book description here. Order yours today or get information on how your organization can order No More Food Fights! with your own personalized message by contacting Michele.