History & Archaeology
Lower Illinois valley site provides early window into dietary habits of region, and could help trace narrative of cultural evolution
By Brandon Keim
Wired Science 2009-04-06
Rural Mexico may harbor descendants of Aztec turkeys that were precursor to modern-day dinner fare
By Brandon Keim
Wired Science 2010-02-01
1,900-year-old aqueduct to Rome found behind secret door of ruined chapel
By Rossella Lorenzi
Discovery News 2010-01-29
Local & Sustainable
Analysis: How 25-plus federal government agencies - beyond USDA, FDA - can support a healthier, more sustainable food system
By Maggie Gosselin
Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy 2010-02-01
In Pennsylvania, sustainable agriculture conference focuses on farming's future
By Candy Williams
The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2010-02-02
With two fields, a few pigs, chickens and some community spirit, UK village works toward self-sufficiency
By John Carvel
The Guardian (UK) 2010-02-03
"Food-integrity and humane-handling whistleblowers should not have to rely on an undercover video investigation in order for USDA supervisors to take their disclosures seriously."
Trends & Activism
Thinking of "natural capital" for public good can offer a way to assess crucial, unmeasured benefit
By Judith D. Schwartz
Time magazine 2010-03-06
Opinion: If "Food, Inc." wins Oscar, credence will be added to flawed messages, Michael Pollan's star will be polished
By Marlys Miller
Pork Magazine; Cattle Network 2010-03-02
Growing number of national chain restaurants add chicken wings to menu, driving prices up
By Matthew Daneman
USA Today 2010-02-28
Visual Arts
Smithsonian acquires food-stamp coupons, booklets, designs, printer's plates
By Sewell Chan
The New York Times 2010-01-22
Depicting London in highly perishable fruits and vegetables
news:lite 2009-11-16
In Pasadena, carver sends birthday wishes to friend via fork
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City appreciates birthday gag, may leave 18-foot-high fork in the road as guerrilla art installation in Pasadena. Most passersby like the installation, but resident nearby grumbles at slow traffic, gawkers using his driveway; owner of tea room wishes it were a teaspoon instead.
By Nicole Santa Cruz
Los Angeles Times 2009-11-07