Soda found to be uniquely harmful
UC Davis
May 17, 2018
Compared to equal amounts of starch, sugar sweetened calories present cardiometabolic risk.
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Helping rice farmers cope with drought
UC Davis
December 16, 2014
UC Davis research has aided rice growers such as George Tibbitts, a UC Davis alum. -
Food luminaries to light up spring semester
UC Berkeley
December 11, 2014
The Berkeley Food Institute is drawing Mark Bittman and other food and agriculture experts from across the country to address challenges and find solutions to problems in the food sector. -
New plant breeding academy graduates to improve Africa’s ‘orphan’ crops
UC Davis
December 11, 2014
UC Davis-run academy is designed to increase food security and help eliminate malnutrition and stunting among Africa’s youth.
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Sustainable Agriculture Education Association conference overview
UC Santa Cruz’s Center for Agroecology & Sustainable Food Systems, with support from the UC Global Food Initiative, hosted the Sustainable Agriculture Education Association national conference, highlighting hands-on educational efforts that bridge scientific and social issues.
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News Wrap: Book Recos, Texas Drought, Rural Politics, and More
As summer approaches, I find myself using the longer days to read more. Here are some suggestions for books and articles. Books I’m currently reading Common Ground: Encounters with Nature …
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