Earth Eats: Real Food, Green Living
About 47 million Americans are enrolled in SNAP. Most of the money is spent at grocery stores, but an increasing amount is finding its way to local markets.
Deputy Secretary Kathleen Merrigan has paid much attention to small, local farming during her tenure at the USDA.
In her new book, Anna Blessing celebrates the relationships Chicago chefs have with the area farmers that provide their food.
With interest in local food continuing to grow, producers are trying to find more ways to serve customers. That's where local food hubs come in.
Traditional Arts Indiana offers a look at the farm-to-table journey of Indiana goods and the farmers who are fighting to keep Hoosier cuisine locally raised.
Americans overwhelmingly support the idea that government and communities should work to make fresh, local produce more widely available.
Farmers markets across the country will receive grants to expand their participation in SNAP, providing more opportunities for low-income consumers.
In part one of our interview with Farm Sanctuary's Gene Baur, he talks about how animals are treated on factory farms and why vegan living is his religion.
240sweet of Columbus, Indiana is breaking new ground in the world of confections. They use local and organic ingredients in their artisan marshmallows.
Rob Green talks about the curious case of Colony Collapse Disorder. Then, two dishes with ingredients purchased from the Bloomington Winter Farmers Market.
As demand for food stamps rise, educating those in need and those accepting SNAP benefits becomes crucial.
Winter farmers' markets have increased nationwide in the past two years, bringing more local and fresh produce no matter the season.
Portland, Maine introduced a raw milk bill that would legalize the sale in city farmer's markets -- with an informational placard as well.
Tastes prepared by local chefs will be available for $1, $2 and $3, and students can buy vegetables and meet area food producers at the mini-farmers market.
In 2011, 7175 farmers markets operated in the U.S., up from 6139 in 2010. Locavores love it, but some farmers call it too much of a good thing.
Farmers markets are good for you. A new report says they are good for the economy, too.
The Partnership for a Healthier America is working with several leading banks and national grocery retailers to increase stores in food deserts.
Are you ready to release your inner Julia and become a rockstar in your kitchen?
Tomatoes are on the menu! First, a burst cherry tomato compote that positively explodes with flavor. Then, a roasted salsa using garden-fresh tomatillos.
The truth about farmer’s market success, as many things in life, it’s perhaps much more complicated than a single factor like walking access.
Annie Corrigan is the producer of Earth Eats, and an announcer and producer at WFIU Public Radio. Learn more »
Daniel Orr is a professional chef, restaurateur, blogger, and author of a number of cookbooks. Learn more »
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