for the issue "Economic Prosperity"
Apr 4 2012

Taking action is simple! Call your Senators and ask them to co-sponsor the Local Farms, Food & Jobs Act.

Feb 17 2012

I often hear that our food system is broken. I disagree. It is working the way it was intended, only better. In fact, it is working so well that it has itself become the problem.

Jan 20 2012

After two years of conceptual designing and planning, the Food Commons has recently published its 2.0 version of its original and boldly ambitious concept paper that was first issued in March of 2010.

Sep 30 2011

US Farmers and Ranchers Alliance attempts national Food Dialogues to overcome growing consumer concerns with the food system.

Jul 31 2011

Across most of the U.S many places experienced record high temperatures. These high temperatures not only pose a serious threat to humans, but greatly affect agriculture and livestock.

Jul 1 2011

Independence Day is right around the corner. Make a deliberate effort to further propel the movement to eat fresh, local and healthy.

Jun 30 2011

Find out what Roots of Change President, Michael Dimock presented to the California Department of Food and Agriculture on identifying 2012 Farm Bill Priorities.

Jun 21 2011

This year’s severe weather conditions posed serious setbacks and challenges for farmers and our environment. We may not always connect the dots but our food system and environment are directly linked.

May 27 2011

The House Agriculture Appropriations Subcommittee recently adopted a government funding bill that if passed would turn back decades of progress to achieve a more sustainable and just food and farming system. Let your Senators know we support a healthy, just and sustainable food and farming system.

May 20 2011

Why is the food system becoming a topic of deep concern for the healthcare and public health community? Roots of Change President, Michael Dimock, explains how regional collaboration and food policies can ensure a healthy food and agriculture system.