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At Nestlé, Sustainable Design is a Key Part of Shared Value
Nestlé has long attracted plenty of criticism, but its “shared value” and corporate social responsiblity (CSR) agenda could mend its reputation.
Climate Change in the San Joaquin Valley and Our Future Food Supply
Climate change could have hugely disruptive impacts on the San Joaquin Valley, North America’s most valuable agricultural region.
Cycling Around Fresno State’s Farms Makes For a Perfect Ride
The San Joaquin Valley offers plenty of bicycling adventures, from traipsing through the Tower District and downtown Fresno to the early spring treat known as the Blossom Trail. Exploring Fresno State’s vineyards, orchards and farms also makes for an excellent ...
Ajvar, Son of the Sun
The “ajvar” is a fragrant pepper paste that comes with soft cheeses and pork meat. OBC's report from Serbia
In One Picture: the San Joaquin Valley’s Beauty
I love live blogging from a train!
I am currently on my way to San Francisco via Amtrak rail, and as the sun rose this early morning, I could not be helped by the San Joaquin Valley's subtle beauty. Much of ...
Happy Easter! Day 733, Vegan Marshmallow Challenge
Happy Easter! These poor Peeps are entering their third Easter, and they are still going strong.
PepsiCo Reaches Safe Water Access Goal Two Years Early
Yesterday PepsiCo announced it already achieved its 2015 goal of providing safe water to 3 million people in developing countries in partnerships with NGOs.
FairTrade USA Ramps Up Fight Against Coffee Rust in Central America
Fair Trade USA launched the Rust Response Fund, to which we will contribute a minimum of $50,000 to fight the spread of coffee rust in Central America
Starbucks Increases Ethical Sourcing Practices with New Farm in Costa Rica
This week Starbucks announced it would increase its ethical sourcing practices with the investment in a new farming and research center in Costa Rica.
Green Mountain Coffee Roasters’ Sustainability Report an Ethical Business Success Story
Green Mountain Coffee Roasters' most recent sustainability report details the company’s successes and shortcomings during FY2012.
A Fresno Public Market Would Give the San Joaquin Valley Its “Local” Food Back
A Fresno Public Market would revitalize the 34th largest US city & the remodel of a shuttered department store would create jobs in the San Joaquin Valley .
Bicycling Along the Blossom Trail in the San Joaquin Valley a Must in Spring
One of the best times of year in the San Joaquin Valley is early spring orchards burst into full bloom; bicycling is the way to enjoy the Blossom Trail.