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Is The Vegan ‘Impossible Burger’ Legal?
Short answer? Yes. But is it FDA-approved? Not yet.
5 Nonprofits Sowing the Seeds of a Better Food System
These organizations are doing the important work of preserving heirloom seeds and improving organic farming practices.
Scientists Have No Idea How to Fight Citrus Greening
Citrus greening isn’t so good for the green (by which we mean, money).
Most Fish Feed Is Derived From…Well, Fish. But Change May Be Coming
It’s time to cut bait on short-sighted fish feed.
CRISPR Ahead: USDA Says It Will Not Regulate Genome-Edited Crops
Not quite GMO, and not at all regulated.
Palms in the northeast? Not impossible.
Those Little Produce Stickers? They’re a Big Waste Problem
Checkout clerks rely on them to ID specific fruits and vegetables, but they’re causing major issues at composting facilities.
15 Ag & Culinary Pros Share Their Favorite Heirloom Tomatoes
‘Cherokee Purple’ and ‘Brandywine’ will always be among the best heirloom tomato varieties, but what else is out there? Michael Pollan + more experts share their favorite heirloom tomatoes.
Grow Lights for Indoor Plants and Indoor Gardening: An Overview
Warm vs cool? “Full-spectrum?” LED, CFL, or HID? Here’s what you need to know about indoor grow lights for starting seeds, gardening inside, or houseplants.
