Curated Video
The Paleo Diet: A Dietary Approach to Eating Like Our Ancestors
In this video, we explore the concept of the Paleo diet, also known as the caveman diet. The video discusses the science behind the diet and how advocates of the Paleo diet claim that following this nutritional plan can lead to a longer,...
NASA
NASA | Too Much, Too Little
Researchers need accurate and timely rainfall information to better understand and model where and when severe floods, frequent landslides and devastating droughts may occur. GPM's global rainfall data will help to better prepare and...
Food Farmer Earth
Community Egg Co-op
Have you ever attempted to raise chickens yourself? Bread, beer, fruits and vegetables all taste noticeably better when fresh. Well eggs do too!
Food Farmer Earth
Biodynamic Vineyard
Dr. Robert Gross, of Cooper Mountain Vineyards, shares his unconventional philosophy and approach to winemaking.
Food Farmer Earth
A Conversation with Claire Hope Cummings - Reimagining a Sustainable Food System
From the archives: journalist, environmentalist and author of Uncertain Peril: Genetic Engineering and the Future of Seeds, Claire Hope Cummings speaks out on behalf of the natural world. Cummings argues for a radical new approach to...
Food Farmer Earth
Chris Kresser: Can the Paleo Diet Reduce Obesity and Other Chronic Diseases?
(Part 1 of 4)) That's the open question. To what extent can any diet ultimately promote lasting good health for life? And if so, is the Paleo Diet the one? The only one? Chris Kresser, "a practitioner of integrative and functional...
Food Farmer Earth
CSA Egg Co-op - Mobile Minute
What gives eggs their great taste, texture and nutritional value has to do with how they are raised and fed. Not their particular breed or color of their eggs. In this video, Patrick and Holly, 2 Portlanders, raise a flock of 30 chickens...
Food Farmer Earth
Symphony of the Soil: Interview with Deborah Koons Garcia
Deborah Koons Garcia's exceptional, new film, Symphony of the Soil, pays loving homage to the beauty and the wondrous mystery of soil, celebrating not just the incredible soil diversity found on four of the world's continents, it also...
Food Farmer Earth
Organic Foods Backyard Agriculture
A simple idea led two women into a thriving new agricultural enterprise. Creating backyard mini-farms for homeowners who want to start growing their own fresh herbs and vegetables, but lack the time or know-how to do it themselves.
Food Farmer Earth
No Animal Welfare Protection Laws - Kathy Hessler
From the archives: In part 2, Kathy Hessler, Director of the Animal Law Clinic at Lewis and Clark Law School in Portland (Oregon), discusses some of the important work that is being done to try and address the problems associated with...
KERA
Changing Consumers' Minds About "Ugly" Produce
Would you eat a scarred, lumpy carrot or an apple that is oddly shaped? Grocery stores do not typically sell these types of “ugly” produce, but some new companies aim to reduce food waste by selling fruits and vegetables that are...
US Department of Agriculture
USDA-ARS Entomologists “Turn Up The Bass” On Vineyard Pests
Scientists with the USDA’s Agricultural Research Service in central California are using sound to control insects that spread disease in grape vineyards. USDA’s Patrick O’Leary has more.
Food Farmer Earth
Vandana Shiva on Hunger: Beyond Agricultural Inputs to Sustainability
Vandana Shiva articulates how the shift towards a high-cost, chemically-intensive agriculture has paradoxically led to increased hunger among agricultural communities, with a focus on the role of monocultures and international trade in...
US Department of Agriculture
A NRCS Salmon Recovery Success Story: Quileute Tribe
The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) assisted the Quileute Tribe with a project to restore salmon access to coastal wetlands in Washington State. Additional technical assistance was provided by the Washington Department of...
Food Farmer Earth
Homemade Ricotta Cheese: A Simple and Flavorful Recipe
This guide demonstrates the easy process of making whole milk ricotta cheese at home, requiring just milk, citric acid (or lemon juice/vinegar), and salt. The emphasis is on gentle heating and careful handling to ensure the curds form...
US Department of Agriculture
USDA NRCS Helps Restore Maryland Oyster Bed
Waterman Bobby Leonard is partnering with USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service to help restore his oyster beds and improve water quality in the Chesapeake Bay watershed.
Food Farmer Earth
"Exploring the Impact of GMOs: Insights from Alan Kapuler
Alan Kapuler provides an in-depth examination of GMOs (Genetically Modified Organisms), discussing the scientific and ethical considerations behind their use in agriculture. He emphasizes the need for transparency and comprehensive...
Mediacorp
The Floating Farms of Bangladesh
This video highlights the story of a floating farmer in Bangladesh who has adapted to the challenges of climate change by growing food on water. The floating farms not only provide food security but also contribute to agricultural...
Healthcare Triage
Beef Isn't Great for the Environment
New studies indicate that beef is not really all that bad for your health, as long as you eat it in moderation. BUT, don't think you're off the hook yet. The production of beef turns out to have a lot of environmental downsides....
Food Farmer Earth
Carlo Petrini on Nurturing Sustainable Communities
Carlo Petrini emphasizes the urgent need for creating sustainable communities, stressing the importance of becoming ecologically literate and understanding the profound nature of food and ecology. He advocates for a shift towards...
Food Farmer Earth
The Organic Dairy Decision: A Farm's Transformation Journey
A dairy farmer shares his initial hesitation and eventual decision to transition to organic farming, overcoming fears of giving up conventional methods like antibiotics and pesticides. The switch not only improved farm practices and...
Wonderscape
Science Kids: The Sixth Mass Extinction
Learn all about mass extinctions, including the history of Earth’s five major mass extinctions, as well as the conditions of today’s human-caused sixth extinction, which is the loss of animals from the planet. Understand the history of...
US Department of Agriculture
Saving The Lesser Prairie Chicken
USDA is working with landowners in five states to protect an increasingly rare bird and its habitat.
Curated Video
The Nutritional Benefits of Spelt
This video breaks down the nutrient, mineral, and vitamin content of spelt, emphasizing its high fiber content, which aids in digestion and nutrient absorption. Spelt part 2/5