When President-elect Biden takes office next week, his fledgling team must begin to right a mountain of wrongs as the pandemic continues to rage. Read more >
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Long Overdue COVID Worker Protections Would Still Save Hundreds of Lives
Sarah Reinhardt, Senior Analyst, Food Systems and Health
January 15, 2021 11:57 AM EDT
New Dietary Guidelines Cater to Alcohol and Soda Industries
Sarah Reinhardt, Senior Analyst, Food Systems and Health
December 29, 2020 11:22 AM EDT
The federal government released new US dietary guidelines today after three years of preparation, and it served a strong win to both alcohol and soda industries. Read more >
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4 Ways Tyson Foods Made 2020 Worse
Karen Perry Stillerman, senior analyst, Food and Environment
December 21, 2020 2:40 PM EDT
As you celebrate the season (safely, please!), consider the source of the protein on your plate and its costs beyond the checkout stand. Because the handful of multinational conglomerates that produce and process industrial pork, beef, and chicken in this country are profiting at the expense of workers, farmers, consumers, and the planet. And in an industry full of terrible actors this terrible year, Tyson is perhaps the most terrible. Read more >
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With Biden Victory, It’s Time to Follow the Science and Rebuild Our Food System and the USDA
Karen Perry Stillerman, senior analyst, Food and Environment
November 7, 2020 12:08 PM EDT
It’s time for the USDA to follow the science, not reward industry. It’s time to rebuild US agriculture, from the ground up. It’s time to protect essential food workers and ensure everyone can eat. With decent people who respect science back in charge, a healthier, more just, resilient, and sustainable food system is possible. Read more >
During Pandemic, It’s All Tricks and No Treats for Mars Wrigley Workers
Sarah Reinhardt, Senior Analyst, Food Systems and Health
October 26, 2020 12:44 PM EDT
Everybody knows eating too much candy can make you sick. But if that candy was made by Mars, chances are the workers who packaged and distributed it also put their health at risk.
