Supporting Good, Clean, and Fair Food
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From Plate to Planet
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Send to a FriendIn the United States, members of Slow Food USA’s 225 chapters (as part of a global movement) celebrate the amazing bounty of food that is available, and work to strengthen the connection between the food on our plates and the health of our planet. Our members are involved in activities such as:
- Raising public awareness, improving access and encouraging the enjoyment of foods that are local, seasonal and sustainably grown
- Caring for the land and protecting biodiversity for today's communities and future generations
- Performing educational outreach within their communities and working with children in schools and through public programs
- Identifying, promoting and protecting fruits, vegetables, grains, animal breeds, wild foods and cooking traditions at risk of disappearance
- Advocating for farmers and artisans who grow, produce, market, prepare and serve wholesome food
- Promoting the celebration of food as a cornerstone of pleasure, culture and community
Slow Food USA is part of a global movement that believes everyone has the right to good, clean, and fair food. With over 250,000 supporters, 25,000 members and 225 chapters nationwide, the organization advocates for food and farming policy that is good for the public, good for the planet, and good for farmers and workers.
From the SFUSA Blog
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- Posted on Thu, May 16, 2013
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- Posted on Thu, May 09, 2013
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- Posted on Tue, April 30, 2013
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- Posted on Fri, April 26, 2013
- Know Your GMOs: The “Monsanto Rider”
- Posted on Sat, April 20, 2013
