LEARN. EAT. REPEAT.
april is...NATIONAL garlic MONTH
April 11 is...NATIONAL CHEESE FONDUE DAY
FROM THE GROWERS
They plant, grow and nurture their precious crops. Then they harvest, sort, grade and store, then process further, or sell to distibutors, food manufacturers and retailers. And directly to you at farmers markets. Many of the associations of these ingredient foods do not have the mega-bucks to spend like processed foods companies - so see how much information they have to share with you!
FROM THE FARMS & FISHERIES
Producers of products from animals have many stories to tell about how their animals are raised, and how to enjoy what they have to offer.
FROM THE ORGANIZATIONS & UNIVERSITIES
Government agencies, often on the federal level, guide our food system, in terms of the food growers and manufacturers with regard to safety and other issues, as well as offering health advice to consumers. Other organizations seek to work with government and educate consumers through membership, newsletters, magazines, books, documentaries and more. Universities focus on public health and policy, education, wellness and nutrition. Explore this subject here.
Government
Private &
Non-Profit
Universities
FROM THE RETAILERS & MORE
Over the past few years, retailers have become more savvy in terms of communicating with customers and providing information. Let's explore what the retailers have to offer, and learn about the history of retailing, and farms that sell directly to the public (that's you), acting as grower and retailer. And learn about regional food councils and promotion boards.
Retailers
Farm To Table:
Find Your State
Boards by Region
FROM FOODSERVICE
​Restaurants, cafes and bakeries have been some of the earliest adopters of using the freshest and most wholesome ingredients, dating back to the 1970s. Today, terms like "farm-to-table" describe the movement. Learn what some restaurants are doing, from New York's Hudson Valley to the shores of Northern California.
Organizations
Restaurants
FROM THE
FOOD INDUSTRY
Food manufacturers transform raw ingredients into foodstuffs that are packaged and sold on the shelf. The taste and healthfulness of the finish product depends on the quality of ingredients and amount of processing. Read the Nutrition Facts label, and let your taste buds decide.
Companies
Food Holidays
Who Owns Whom?
FROM THE MEDIA
Writers, bloggers, TV shows and a myriad of publications are dedicated to spreading the word about good food, recipes industry trends and food policy. Here are some selected sources from online publications and our television friends.
Watch &
Listen to It
FROM THE AGENCIES &
PROGRESSIVE THINKERS
People are changing the way we source food to create a positive impact on entire societies worldwide. The term "sustainability" has entered the common lexicon, as we are more aware of the inefficiencies in our modern food production system. Progressive proactive thinking has the power to help farmers reclaim land and earn fair wages for their labor and efforts, thereby supporting community building, and providing more funds for necessities like education and health care. Learn about these projects here.
US
Projects
Worldwide Projects
Certifying Agencies
