"“You’ve got this baseline of a couple billion people suffering from deficiencies,” says Dr. Sam Myers, the Harvard researcher who led the study. “Iron and zinc deficiency together have [already] been estimated to cause 63 million life-years lost annually, and we’re about to make those...
"A new book co-published by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis says the time has never been better for thriving regional food systems, given Americans’ increasing interest in fresh, local food. In "Harvesting Opportunity: The Power of...
"An environmental research and advocacy group has found traces of a controversial herbicide in Cheerios, Quaker Oats and other breakfast foods that it says could increase cancer risk for children. In its report, released Wednesday, the Environmental Working Group said that it tested 45 samples...
If you haven't heard about the recent historic ruling against Monsanto, read up on the outcome of the case in this article from the Los Angeles Times: "The verdict “signals a turning tide,” said Linda Wells, Midwest organizing director for Pesticide Action Network. “It’s time to...
Congrats to two of our wonderful Resource Group Solutions Team Members, Tara Lipscombe & James Sargent, on 4 years with the company! ...
Back to school is approaching fast! Take some time during these last days/weeks of summer break to cook with your kids if you haven't already. Teaching them how to cook with organic fruits, vegetables, dairy & other products is even better! "A continuing epidemic of obesity...
National Avocado Day - say WHAT?! So many great organic avocado recipes to tackle today...
"Hmong farmers Blia and Phua Thao put their 40-plus years of experience to work in Spring Valley, where they grow organic produce entirely by hand. The Thaos’ deep commitment to organics has helped them connect to a network of other producers in the region. According to...
Starting at the end of next week, our partners at FreshPoint will start to carry the Josie's Organics line of salad mixes! Contact your FreshPoint rep with any questions about this awesome organic produce brand!...
"Stringent regulations are crucial to maintaining consumer confidence in the organic label that the U.S. Department of Agriculture oversees, according to many producers. They also help manufacturers command premium prices. Even some traditional food giants, including Perdue Farms and General Mills, have made the case...