How behavioral psychology can help stop food waste
December 22, 2017
Sustainable dining is a huge deal on college campuses today, and the University of California, Santa Barbara is no exception. In fact, for years they’ve been taking an innovative approach towards reducing food waste by using behavioral psychology techniques to help diners reduce waste, often without even knowing it.
Quiz: Do you know how your diet affects the planet?
December 11, 2017
Can farmed fish feed the world sustainably?
December 8, 2017
The world’s population is expected to soar by an additional 2.5 billion people by 2050, bringing a host of global challenges – including how to feed so many hungry mouths.
How your diet affects climate change
December 8, 2017
You are what you eat, as the saying goes, and while good dietary choices boost your own health, they also could improve the health care system and even benefit the planet. Healthier people mean not only less disease but also reduced greenhouse gas emissions from health care.
UC Davis, Sudwerk Brewing Co. launch Gunrock Lager
November 28, 2017
The world leader in brewing science now has its very own commercially available beer.
Gene discovery may halt worldwide wheat epidemic
November 21, 2017
Scientists hope they can fend off a devastating strain of stem rust.
Homeless and Hunger Awareness Week empowers students to help needy
November 13, 2017
The nationwide event inspires students to embrace public service here at home.
More Latinos are joining 4-H
October 27, 2017
The 100-year-old organization is catching up to the state's diversity.
Physician, feed thyself
October 12, 2017
Future doctors and nurses learn what nutrition really means to help patients down the line.
The next generation of avocados
October 5, 2017
As the fruit gains popularity worldwide, a new program plans to make it ever better.