Category Archives: Health

A ‘Major’ Interest in Food Programs at Campuses Across the Country

Posted by Erica Houskeeper  |  September 28, 2015

The demand for college and university classes focusing on food systems is growing far and wide. As the food movement grows, a surge of interest in food as an academic subject is happening in all corners of the country. Colleges … Continue reading →

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Nutritionist experiences the healing power of farming

Posted by Erica Houskeeper  |  September 14, 2015

Photo: Corinne Steel, right, a student in the UVM Farmer Training Program, talks about the power of farming and why food matters. We talked to UVM Farmer Training Program student Corinne Steel – a nutrition consultant and holistic health coach … Continue reading →

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Support nutrition standards with Farm to School efforts

Posted by Guest Author  |  September 8, 2015

by Betsy Rosenbluth, VT FEED This fall is a big season for childhood nutrition in the U.S. The “Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act” (commonly known as the Childhood Nutrition Act) is up for reauthorization. This is particularly important for those of us who … Continue reading →

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5 Myths about the Real Food Challenge

Posted by Guest Author  |  September 3, 2015

By Olivia Peña We see the pledge all over campus at the University of Vermont—20% Real Food by 2020. It’s indicated in dining halls across campus, advertised on the tables on which we eat, researched in food systems courses, and … Continue reading →

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GMFTS Helps SNAP Recipients Get Fresh

Posted by Guest Author  |  August 31, 2015

by Katherine Sims There’s great news for Vermont families participating in 3SquaresVT: Green Mountain Farm-to-School (GMFTS) is piloting a program that will allow participating Orleans and Essex county residents to buy fresh fruits and vegetables this fall and winter. The … Continue reading →

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