The Swette Center for Sustainable Food Systems develops innovative ideas and solutions to the many challenges of current food systems.
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Joined April 2015
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ASU Swette Center for Sustainable Food Systems retweeted
Useful reading from @katmerrigan, director @FoodSystemsASU, on the landscape and ecological harms of fertiliser use in the USA and how natural solutions can mitigate the challenges of supply bottlenecks: theconversation.com/fertiliz…
ASU Swette Center for Sustainable Food Systems retweeted
The True Cost of Food Is Far Higher Than What You Spend at the Checkout Counter -- The Conversation @katmerrigan @FoodSystemsASU #truecost #foodwaste #GHG #agriculture #subsidies bit.ly/3Te9xFA
ASU Swette Center for Sustainable Food Systems retweeted
@profabigailyork, @foodsystemsasu affiliated faculty, @ESSA_ASU director & senior global futures scientist contributed to the report. Her expertise spans environmental social science topics including urbanization, economics and public policy
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ASU Swette Center for Sustainable Food Systems retweeted
Building a sustainable, circular #bioeconomy calls for cohesive, evidence-backed policies across various sectors.
The key? A robust, shared knowledge base! 🌱🔄
Discover more in this @EU_Commission infographic:
ASU Swette Center for Sustainable Food Systems retweeted
Hunger is on the rise in some of the poorest parts of the world, fueled by biodiversity loss, conflict, supply shocks, and the #ClimateCrisis.
It is imperative that we transform our food systems to ones that prioritize resilience, sustainability, and equity. #UNFSS2023
ASU Swette Center for Sustainable Food Systems retweeted
To overcome the global food crisis, we need real food systems change for people and the planet #FoodSystems4People Learn more here: bit.ly/3rKUQ1C
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“This funding is going to be so empowering to young people studying food systems and agriculture as they get through their college degrees and get paid internships that are pertinent to career goals,” said @katmerrigan about the @USDA NextGen grant.
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“We’re in a period of green wishing where everyone's making these incredible climate commitments, very narrowly focused on carbon,” said @katmerrigan @FoodSystemsASU, “But I just don't know how real a lot of these wishes are.”
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ASU Swette Center for Sustainable Food Systems retweeted
#ICYMI, our March briefing with @NRDC on an NRDC #OrganicAgriculture report featured panelists from @FoodSystemsASU, @CCEJN, Cold Springs Organics in Montana, and @joiafoodfarm.
Full summary notes are now available online here: ow.ly/3bbH50OuVk5
ALT NRDC's "Grow Organic" report emphasizes how organic agriculture reduces emissions, improves health, and boosts the economy. Producers minimize greenhouse gas inputs, prioritize soil health, and mitigate climate impacts. Organic methods address health concerns by avoiding harmful pesticides. Organic farmers earn higher profits, spend less on inputs, and provide economic stability for struggling farms.
ASU Swette Center for Sustainable Food Systems retweeted
During a free virtual event Wed, June 7, at 1pm ET, we’re bringing together some of the most knowledgeable experts in food policy to help us all better understand the 2023 Farm Bill—and how we can make sure food policy reflects our priorities.
Register: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi…
ASU Swette Center for Sustainable Food Systems retweeted
An insightful new piece was just published in @ConversationUS - @katmerrigan @FoodSystemsASU talks about the future of the American food landscape.
theconversation.com/these-fo…
ASU Swette Center for Sustainable Food Systems retweeted
“Expanding organic agriculture is an investment in our future, one that could ultimately produce significant returns,” says Dr. Kathleen Merrigan, Executive Director @FoodSystemsASU foodtank.com/news/2022/10/ex… via @foodtank
ASU Swette Center for Sustainable Food Systems retweeted
March 23rd, 12pm: EESI and @NRDC briefing on an NRDC #OrganicAgriculture report. Panelists from @FoodSystemsASU, Cold Springs Organics, @CCEJN, and @joiafoodfarm will cover how policies can boost organic ag.
Intro: @RepJimmyPanetta
RSVP: ow.ly/9CLE50NfJhN
ASU Swette Center for Sustainable Food Systems retweeted
"Merrigan is committed to creating a world where sustainable food systems are a reality, and students are able to contribute to creating a better future."
@ASU and @FoodSystemsASU are lucky to have you, @katmerrigan!
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ASU Swette Center for Sustainable Food Systems retweeted
What is one nutrition myth you wish would go away?
@nytimes recently published an article about common nutrition #misinformation and @FoodSystemsASU's @katmerrigan weighs in on plant-based milk vs. dairy milk 🥛 — read on:
nytimes.com/2023/01/19/well/…
ASU Swette Center for Sustainable Food Systems retweeted
Found a familiar name on this list of food and agriculture organizations to watch in 2023👀
@FoodSystemsASU
According to @katmerrigan, the center's executive director, "Expanding organic agriculture is an investment in our future."
foodtank.com/news/2022/12/fo…
ASU Swette Center for Sustainable Food Systems retweeted
TOMORROW! Learn how #TrueCostAccounting can address the social and environmental externalities of food systems and reorient policy making to support the 1.5-degree goal.
Join us in person or online at #FoodCOP27:
Livestream: bit.ly/3tm9FoD
Info: bit.ly/3hiWlyB
ASU Swette Center for Sustainable Food Systems retweeted
Does organic really mean something? Yes! Learn how we can grow organic to support our climate, health, and economies in our new report: nrdc.org/resources/grow-orga… @NRDC @FoodSystemsASU @CAPestReform #groworganic
ASU Swette Center for Sustainable Food Systems retweeted
In response to worsening food and agriculture instability and widespread reliance on dangerous pesticides, we published a report with @FoodSystemsASU and @CAPestReform demonstrating the need for organic agriculture investment in the 2023 Farm Bill. nrdc.org/experts/lena-brook/…
ASU Swette Center for Sustainable Food Systems retweeted
It is National Pumpkin Day! Pumpkin production is widely dispersed across the U.S. but six states harvest 40% of this crop. Check out the @USDA_ERS for the full statistics: bit.ly/3DzV7Yo