Farm monoculture myths & soil nutrients: Episode 102

Farm families, FFA, & the future of food: Episode 99

If Hannah Craun and Levi Schiller are any indication, the future of farming certainly shines bright in FFA members. While both emphasize the importance of modern agriculture in feeding a growing population, they recognize that certain technologies are misunderstood and hope dietitians can help.

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Starbucks, are you contributing to farmer suicides?

Just as it takes more than one formula to create a latte at Starbucks, sustainability includes multiple ingredients. Sustainability in food production takes a big picture look at the environment, the ability of family businesses to succeed long-term and contribute to their local communities – AND the nutrition value food brings to society. Expanding plant-based beverages does not necessarily mitigate climate change, but it does have consequences – many that impact farmers in a mental health crisis.

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