A study published in Nature Food has ranked foods by their dietary and environmental impact, looking to offer specific, actionable recommendations to help motivate people to change their behavior, according to a press release. Researchers from the University of Michigan evaluated more than 5,800 foods, ranking them by their nutritional...
Kutztown, PA—Kutztown University (KU) and Rodale Institute have signed a five-year agreement of academic cooperation, according to a press release, establishing a research affiliation benefitting both institutions. Rodale’s headquarters—a 333-acre farm with research facilities—are located fewer than six miles away from Kutztown University. The agreement provides KU students and faculty...
Michael Conner, Partner at Sarahsway Farm, started working with Rodale Institute in 2019. Since then, the farmland has been given it's life back. Join WholeFoods’ Rachel Appleton as she speaks with Michael about his experience transitioning to a certified organic operation and what's next for the years ahead on his...
Jeff Tkach, Chief Innovation Officer at Rodale Institute, sits down with WholeFoods’ Rachel Appleton to discuss the how retailers can develop relationships with regenerative farmers and what's next for Rodale Institute. Learn More about Regenerative Agriculture here. [embed]https://youtu.be/fk70OIUdVCg[/embed]...
A new study has found that foods high in flavonoids may help lower risk of cognitive decline. "There is mounting evidence suggesting flavonoids are powerhouses when it comes to preventing your thinking skills from declining as you get older," said study author Walter Willett, MD, DrPH, of Harvard University in...
Seattle, WA—PCC Community Markets has announced a partnership with the University of Washington (UW) Husky Athletics for the 2021-2022 season. The partnership aims to connect co-op members and Husky fans through PCC presence at Husky gamedays, promotions in-store for the co-op and UW communities, and more. “Husky fans are among...
Montreal—Buddha Brands has announced a $3 million round of funding from capital investment corporations BDC Capital and Investissement Quebec. The new investment will help accelerate the brand’s U.S. expansion via sales and marketing initiatives, as well as research and development for future projects to further its momentum within the category,...
Lakewood, CO—Natural Grocers has announced a three-day celebration from Thursday, August 12 through Saturday, August 14, 2021 in honor of its 66th anniversary and what would be co-founder Margaret Isely’s 100th birthday. “Our anniversary, and celebration of our mother Margaret's birthday, has always been one of our favorite and biggest...
New York, NY—Teens for Food Justice (TFFJ) has welcomed three new Board Directors who will contribute to its mission of ensuring access to healthy, fresh, and affordable foods grown with 21st-century hydroponic farming techniques. "We are thrilled to bring on three new strong allies to our board, whose diversity, career...
Kutztown, PA—Rodale Institute has announced the recipients of the 11th Annual Organic Pioneer Awards, an annual recognition of leaders who are changing the landscape of regenerative organic agriculture for the better. Congratulations to the 2021 Organic Pioneer Award recipients: Jay Feldman, Beyond Pesticides Founder and Executive Director; Denise O’Brien, farmer and activist; and Don...
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