Spring into Action! How Local Farms Benefit the Environment and Communities
It is spring and that means that the produce aisle is beginning to change with the season. This seasonal change is the most visible at your local farmers market. Unlike large scale grocery stores, local farms are not trying to provide a consistent set of offerings across the entire year, but are instead focusing on listening and responding to the environment as the seasons change. Read more about how local farms provide a unique and valuable resource to your community.
Our Emerson Fellow’s Experience at Common Threads
I applied for the Bill Emerson National Hunger Fellowship in order to learn how I could enter the anti-hunger field. My interest in this field grew over time as I pursued work in international development, environmental conservation, organic farming, and food systems development. Upon my acceptance into the program, I was thrilled to move across the country to Miami, FL for my field placement with Common Threads! In this blog, I share details about my time with Common Threads, the many projects I focused on, and what I gained from the entire experience.
What is the philosophy of “Food is Medicine”
Food is medicine is a term that is becoming more and more popular. It was a heavy topic at the 2022 White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health, and is becoming a buzzword in the media. But do you know exactly what it means? Dive into to this blog as we discuss exactly what IS “Food is Medicine”.
Common Threads’ Celebrates National Farm to School Month
October is recognized as Farm to School Month, an opportunity to celebrate the connections and partnerships between students, schools, local food, and farms. Everyday, Farm to School programs across the country are supporting local agriculture, increasing the amount of nutrient rich meals served at schools, and empowering children and families to make healthier food choices. Common Threads was awarded a USDA Farm to School Grant in 2020 and is a proud Farm to School program partner.
