"La Placita Oaxaqueña’s success matters not only to Lopez and her neighborhood, but to businesses and communities across California. Making the sale of fruits and vegetables cost effective to corner markets and convenience stores could unlock access to wholesome food for millions in low-income communities across California and improve health outcomes. As of 2015, nearly 3 million low-income Californians lived too far from a full-service market to access affordable nutritious food, according to the United States Department of Agriculture. For urban communities, that means more than one mile and for rural communities, more than 10 miles." Check out this great article highlighting our Healthy Neighborhood Market Network program that is largely supported by City of Los Angeles's Economic Workforce Development Department. It's been over 10 years since the inception of the program and we continue to evolve to increase impact in the communities we serve. https://lnkd.in/gRu7yVK6
Los Angeles Food Policy Council’s Post
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In California's agricultural fields, Na Ñuu Savi/Mixtec farmworkers endure harsh conditions, with companies neglecting to provide essentials like water and breaks. Claudio Hernandez (Na Ñuu Savi/ Mixtec) chronicles the challenges but also emphasizes solidarity and identity preservation through Tu’un Savi (Language of the Rain), a language with more than 80 variants and spoken across the Mexican states of Oaxaca, Puebla, and Guerrero. https://lnkd.in/e-dpjXYS
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Retired Philanthropy Director and Community Volunteer now serving as Mayor of Wilsonville, Oregon
As Oregonians, we all may not realize that almost all of the seafood we consume here is not sourced from Oregon waters. It is shipped from hither and yon to our stores. What if instead, the tables were turned and instead — fresh local seafood was the Oregon norm? To find out why that matters and how it could happen…take a read on this article…
A recent study by the Oregon Coast Visitors Association (OCVA) found that 90 percent of the seafood consumed on the Oregon Coast is not sourced locally. In an effort to shift that trend, OCVA has launched the Ocean Cluster Initiative. The initiative aims to help Oregon's communities capture more economic, public health, and environmental value from local sea fare. An increase of just 10% in local seafood staying in Oregon markets can result in a $90 million economic impact. You can help by checking out Sea Grant's list of restaurants and markets offering local seafood:
Eat Oregon Seafood
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🚨 Guest Column 🚨 In today's guest column, Luciana Ciubotariu, CEO Designate of the Celtic Freeport discusses how the Celtic Freeport is not only about economic growth but also about enhancing the well-being and resilience of the communities that form the bedrock of this region. #SustainableDevelopment #Freeport #CelticFreeport #EconomicGrowth #Wales #Community https://lnkd.in/eTPNSmJ2
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Did you know the Inland Valley region of Southern California is absolutely booming? The cities of Temecula, Murrieta, and Menifee are among the fastest growing in the entire area as people flock in from San Diego, Orange County, LA, and beyond. With amenities like award-winning wineries, gorgeous planned communities, top-rated schools, and incredible natural beauty all around, it's no wonder this region has become such a hot destination. Have you spent time in Temecula, Murrieta, or Menifee? What did you love about it? #HousingMarket #SoCalRealEstate #RealEstate
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Homestead Living, Pigs, Chickens & Eggs, See What Your Missing Rob & Sherry talk about Honestead Pigs, Chickens & Eggs, Oh My. Join us on the homestead as we discuss our experience raising pigs, chickens and collecting fresh eggs. Hear our tips and tricks for successful homestead living. You don't want to miss this informative video! Watch now to see what you're missing out on when it comes to homesteading with pigs, chickens and eggs. #chickens #centraloregongrown #pig #idahopasturepig #homestead #centraloregongrown #IPP #countryliving #homesteading
Discover the Hidden World of Homestead Living
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Healthier life doesn't come with nutrition only, but eating healthy and clean is one of the strongest steps you can take towards increased wellbeing. Which of these foods are in your diet? #wellnesscoach #nutrition #eatwell #stayhealthy
We're putting IIN Faculty, National Geographic Fellow, and founder of Blue Zones, Dan Buettner, in charge of our grocery lists from now on. 🛒 What are your favorite Blue Zone foods?
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Oysters make a pearl of an industry for North Carolina. 🦪 On this episode of Farms, Food and You, we talk with our coastal economics Extension specialist about the delicious delicacy's tremendous value for our state.
Oysters: A Pearl of an Industry
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