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Food Blog

UC launches UC Food Observer blog
Posted 1/30/2015 - The University of California has launched UC Food Observer, a daily selection of must-read news on food policy, nutrition, agriculture and more. Developed as part of its Global Food Initiative, the UC Food Observer blog (www.ucfoodobserver.com) and...

A souper bowl of chili
Posted 1/29/2015 - If it's Super Bowl time (and it is on Sunday, Feb. 1, when the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots clash for the National Football League championship), it's also time for a "Souper Bowl." A souper bowl of chili, that is. Question is, which...

Sustainable food systems depend on healthy plants
Posted 1/28/2015 - Discolored leaves. Decaying roots. Dead wood. Mother Nature offers a fascinating and colorful backdrop of clues to track microscopic killers. Much like any medical mystery, experts are called in to diagnose or identify a disease from its symptoms...

Shaping Healthy Choices combines approaches to make a lasting impression on kids
Posted 1/28/2015 - You can lead a child to fresh fruits and vegetables, but how do you entice them to eat healthful foods when you aren't watching? “Simply offering healthy options is not enough to motivate children to make healthy choices,” said Sheri...

Southern Californians get another reason to love pizza
Posted 1/21/2015 - People love pizza, so they are sure to enjoy the new garden growing at the UC Desert Research and Extension Center in Holtville. A circle planted with wheat, tomatoes, bell peppers, herbs and spices, the garden looks like and produces the ingredients for...