Good News About Food

Celebrating innovative ways that we're ensuring equitable access to food — and ways that food is being used for good

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New study: food banks divert a whopping 1.8 million metric tons of carbon emissions a year

Supporting your local food bank doesn’t just help your community — it helps the planet.

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Researchers ranked the carbon footprint of six types of diets. Here’s how vegans and vegetarians ranked

Two separate studies pointed to the environmental merits of eating a vegan diet.

A group of people, both Somali and allies, pose for a group photo in Minnesota, holding up signs that read: "We support our Somali neighbor"

At risk to their own safety, Somali neighbors feed ICE protesters: 'This is what it means to be a Minnesotan'

For Somali immigrants who fled civil war, ICE presence in Minnesota is the next battle they are determined to overcome.

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For Minnesotans afraid to leave home during ICE crackdown, this pizza joint delivers free food across the city

Wrecktangle Pizza launched a “buy a pizza give a pizza to a family in need” deal and was stunned to receive $83,000 in donations in just a few short days.

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Pineapple leaves transform from agricultural waste to crime-fighting fingerprint powder

Once the pineapple leaf-based nanoparticles had adsorbed copper, they could be ground into a powder that forensic investigators can use to dust for invisible fingerprints.

This cookbook is all about the climate impact of the foods you love: 'Serving up science on a plate'

Author Mark Easter has written more than 50 scientific papers and reports related to carbon cycling and the carbon footprint of agriculture, forestry, and other land uses.

Taylor Swift donates $1M to Feeding America to help hungry families during the holidays

“This holiday season, her continued support is a powerful reminder of what’s possible when we unite to end hunger,” the nonprofit’s CEO said in a statement.

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Scientists 3D print foods to get kids to eat their vegetables: 'Turning broccoli into SpongeBob SquarePants'

Researchers at the University of Arkansas are experimenting with the benefits of 3D printing food.

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A woman, Shanette Merrick, teaches a virtual cooking class in a kitchen

How free cooking classes are fighting diabetes and dementia in Black communities

The Good Life healthy living classes are giving Oakland, California elders the tools they need to live longer and more fulfilling lives.

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Good News About Food

Celebrating innovative ways that we're ensuring equitable access to food — and ways that food is being used for good

New study: food banks divert a whopping 1.8 million metric tons of carbon emissions a year

Researchers ranked the carbon footprint of six types of diets. Here’s how vegans and vegetarians ranked

At risk to their own safety, Somali neighbors feed ICE protesters: 'This is what it means to be a Minnesotan'

For Minnesotans afraid to leave home during ICE crackdown, this pizza joint delivers free food across the city

Good News This Week: January 10, 2026 - Cars, Hugs, & Backyards

Pineapple leaves transform from agricultural waste to crime-fighting fingerprint powder

This cookbook is all about the climate impact of the foods you love: 'Serving up science on a plate'

Taylor Swift donates $1M to Feeding America to help hungry families during the holidays

Scientists 3D print foods to get kids to eat their vegetables: 'Turning broccoli into SpongeBob SquarePants'

Good News This Week: December 6, 2025 - Sharks, Santas, & Solar Panels

How free cooking classes are fighting diabetes and dementia in Black communities

Good News This Week: November 29, 2025 - Groceries, Gardeners, & Food Banks

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