Iowa Compact … let’s be “Green” together

compact – to go beyond recycling in trying to counteract the negative global environmental and socioeconomic impacts of U.S. consumer culture

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Reality or Myth?

Posted by Dawn ⋅ January 21, 2012 ⋅ Leave a comment

Will eating locally grown foods reduce your carbon footprint? It’s estimated that the average meal travels well over 1,200 miles by truck, ship and/or plane before it reaches your table. Locavores often cite “food miles” — that is, the distance food is shipped to market — as a reason to eat local. Christopher L. Weber and H. Scott … Continue reading →

Nourish Your Neighbors

Posted by Dawn ⋅ January 6, 2012 ⋅ 4 Comments

Feeding the hungry is the challenge of America. It’s something that calls us all to help and change things for the better. By donating time, money or resources — just choose one of those that suits you. If you like to garden this project just might be for you. Creating a garden and growing food … Continue reading →

Food Insecurity tells me the Dog Days are Not Over

Posted by Dawn ⋅ January 2, 2012 ⋅ 2 Comments

Food insecurity is a reality for millions of Americans. According to the USDA, as of December 1, 2011, there are more than 50 million individuals receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, formerly known as food stamps. Recipients of the SNAP program include the homeless, elderly, disabled, unemployed and underemployed individuals and children from all … Continue reading →