What's In New York State's Grocery Bag?
Did you know that New York is among the top 10 states for production of more than 15 different agricultural products ? Snap peas, tart cherries, and onions—to...
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Don't Forget About Food When Planning for Regional Climate Resiliency
In my blog last week on post-Sandy sentiment in New York City and the increased public discourse on climate change, I touched briefly on the need for climate...
One Very Heartfelt Thank You to Mayor Michael Bloomberg!
We are in the fourth post-Sandy day here in New York City, and I think it is safe to say we’re short on transportation services and long on NYC pride. Much of...
It is National Food Day--And We're Keeping On
Last month, I had the amazing opportunity to go to the Prairie Festival at the Land Institute in Salina, Kansas. It was a tremendous event and after a full day...
Tips for Avoiding a Bacon Shortage
Our increasingly volatile climate has taken it too far. The warm winters and stifling summers are one thing, but not the bacon. NO, NOT THE BACON! It all...
Grass-Finished Beef: It's What's for Dinner (In Moderation)
At the end of April, some members of the New York Urban Program and the Center for Market Innovation got out of the city and up to see some farms in Delaware...