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May 23, 2013 — What's more, when it comes to some nutrients, like vitamin C, canned peaches pack an even bigger punch than fresh, researchers say. The reasons have to do with how the canning process alters the fruit's cell walls. So eat 'em up!
May 22, 2013 — Activists say the case against Wisconsin dairy farmer Vernon Hershberger is about raw milk — and much more. His supporters have turned the case into a rallying cry for personal food freedom and the rights of farmers and consumers to enter into private contracts without government intervention.
May 22, 2013 — A plant scientist at Mars Inc. has appealed to the world's biggest life sciences companies to help him — by sharing what they already know about 100 crops that could provide better nutrition in Africa. But can the kings of agricultural intellectual property get onboard with open source agricultural information for Africa?
May 22, 2013 — Although scientists have known that a funguslike organism caused the potato blight that triggered the Great Famine in Ireland in the 1840s, they didn't know which strain was the culprit. But they do now, thanks to the genes in some 19th century potato samples.
May 22, 2013 — When a few humble elements are combined in perfect balance, butterscotch is born. And food writer Deena Prichep says she turns this childhood favorite into a dinner-party star with counterpoints like flaky salt or crunchy nuts.
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Audio SeriesLocal Flavors: Todd Moe keeps it homegrown in this series focused on eating locally, and on sustainable agriculture and gardening.
Audio Slideshow:Watertown Schools Fight Hunger with "Empty Bowls"
the "Empty Bowls" program, which began sixteen years ago in Michigan and has grown nationwide in scope. 1,700 clay bowls that were made over the last few months at schools in Jefferson County will raise thousands of dollars for hunger relief.
Photo Audio EssayThe New Potsdam Co-op Bakery
The Potsdam Food Coop's new wood-fired brick oven is producing crunchy, chewy sourdough and wholewheat breads. Todd Moe talks with the Coop's baker, Chris Affrey.
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Lessons for new gardeners
Feb 17, 2009 — A St. Lawrence County farmer kicks off a project to teach new gardeners the basics of growing food this week. Rich Douglass, of Hermon, says his "Food for Life" project is for people who want to produce their own food but don't know where to begin. He'll talk about his free project during a presentation tonight at 7 pm at St. Lawrence University. Douglass told Todd Moe that he and his family grow 80% of their own food. Go to full article
No time to hibernate on the farm
Jan 26, 2009 — Many of us are pining for fresh, locally grown salad greens this time of year. So, what's happening in mid-winter on the farms that sustain us during the growing season? Megan Kent runs a CSA farm in Heuvelton with her husband, Dan. She told Todd Moe that it's planning season for many vegetable growers. And the mid-winter months offer a time to shake off hibernation with lots of indoor projects. Go to full article
More than roots in this cellar
Dec 02, 2008 — Root cellars were an essential part of nearly every home a hundred years ago. And along with an increase in the number of people growing their own food is the return to the root cellar. More than a basement, it's the cousin to canning and freezing and another way of preserving the harvest into the winter months. Todd Moe visited Winnie and Rob Sachno's root cellar on their St. Lawrence County farm for a closer look at a simpler way of storing food. Go to full article
Local foods steal the show this Thanksgiving
Nov 26, 2008 — Thanksgiving is traditionally a time to gather with family and friends. But let's face it, for most of us it's all about food. Martha Foley and Todd Moe put out the call... Go to full article
Wes Jackson's Farming Revolution
Nov 12, 2008 — Wes Jackson wants nothing short of a revolution in agriculture. The regime he wants to overthrow is the system of machinery, chemicals, and subsidies that makes endless... Go to full article
Giving thanks in Canada
Oct 13, 2008 — Families may pick different days to gather over the weekend, but today is the official Thanksgiving holiday in Canada. On Sunday, The Branch Restaurant in Kemptville,... Go to full article
Heard Up North: Hitting the farmers market for NCPR's Radio Dinner Party
Oct 13, 2008 — As you may have heard, we're hosting our first-ever Radio Dinner Party tomorrow night. Our very own Brian Mann and Jonathan Brown will be cooking up recipes from NCPR's... Go to full article
Turning the North Country into Wine Country
Oct 09, 2008 — The North Country is taking its first steps into the multi-billion-dollar wine industry. Beyond the glossy labels and French names, wine making is just like other kinds of... Go to full article
From farm to fork in Lake George
Aug 27, 2008 — Lake George restaurateurs Kim Feeney and Kevin London are part of the new generation of food professionals. They're food producers and preparers committed to serving as much... Go to full article
4-H project becomes farm stand
Aug 22, 2008 — Every so often this summer and fall we'll bring you voices from farm stands and farmers markets across the region. We're celebrating food as part of NCPR's 40th anniversary,... Go to full article
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