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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
December 11, 2014
UC Davis-run academy is designed to increase food security and help eliminate malnutrition and stunting among Africa’s youth.
Brewing up an industry
December 11, 2014
UC San Diego alumni help lead San Diego’s growing microbrew industry.
Can organic crops compete with industrial agriculture?
December 9, 2014
An analysis of 115 studies comparing organic and conventional farming finds that the crop yields of organic agriculture are higher than previously thought.
Playing with food pays off for UC Produce Collage Contest winners
December 4, 2014
Fine art and late night comedy inspired the creators of the winning entries.
One to grow on
December 4, 2014
UC system aims to cultivate relationships with small farms throughout California.
Life in America: Hazardous to immigrants’ health?
December 2, 2014
Over time, the health status of immigrant groups tends to decline. Public health researchers are untangling the causes and promoting solutions.
12 things you didn't know about holiday foods
November 24, 2014
To highlight the UC Global Food Initiative, here is a sampling of holiday-themed UC food research from each campus.
Healthy Campus Initiative helps inspire new nationwide program
November 16, 2014
UCLA is one of 20 colleges and universities participating in the Partnership for a Healthier America’s program of the same name.
UCSF launches sugar science initiative
November 10, 2014
Research and education project is designed to highlight the impact of added sugar on health.