Hungry for more information on sustainable food? Feed your brain with some of our past featured articles.

Cider Rules the House
A common thread binds most apple growers, large and small, together—cider. Cider production was once simply viewed as a cost-effective way to deal with excess or unsatisfactory apples, but much has changed. 'Now people look at cider as a value-added product, not a product of last resort.'

Back To School
Millions of kids eat lunch at school, but what exactly are they eating?

Outdoor Cooking - The Sustainable Table Way
Summer Grilling and Camping: Information, Tips and Recipes from Sustainable Table.

Vermicomposting 101
Did you know that food scraps, junk mail and paper products make up about 30% of our garbage? Would you love an easy and fun (no joke) way to reduce this garbage, plus recycle natural fibers, paper towels, and more? Read Vermicomposting 101 to find out how!

Farm Bill Update
There have been some exciting new events going on regarding the Farm Bill. Learn what's happening here.

Top Ten Barriers to Local Food Access for Low-Income Individuals
The “Top 10 Barriers” list was compiled by Local Foods Connection (with help from social service agency personnel who serve similar populations) to start a conversation about what prevents low-income families from buying local food. Local Foods Connection is a non-profit organization that purchases produce, meat and other products from small family farmers and donates this food to low-income families.

Get A Kick Out of Eggs
Interesting, unusual and extremely informative tips about eggs and what you can do with them.

All's Fair in Love and... Chocolate?
Where did chocolate come from and where is it going?  Read a short history on the beloved cacao bean and By looking for the Fair Trade label this Valentine's Day, friends and lovers can help keep the chocolate they give from being bittersweet.

Celebrate Spring With... Asparagus!
In spring, the sun shines, the flowers bloom, and asparagus is in season. Learn about this spring vegetable and how to cook it. We even have recipes for you to try out!

From Farm to Fork
Simran Sethi and Jayni Carey (of Jayni's Kitchen) put together a meal based on the 100-mile meal concept. In the middle of winter in Kansas Jayni turns out a meal that any locavore would be proud to serve!

The Role of A Chef: A New Way to Eat
Because Michigan is among the most agriculturally diverse states in the nation, second only to California, it would make sense for this bounty to translate into delicious, local produce and meat and regional specialties like morels or thimbleberries on every Michigan fork. Instead, in restaurants and at home, we mostly eat food that comes from other states or countries.

A Greater Pumpkin
Between the magical stories of fairy tale pumpkin carriages, Charlie Brown's treat-bringing Great Pumpkin, and the enduring tradition of candle-lit carved pumpkin faces that scare away evil spirits at Halloween, we tend to forget that this super food also provides a nutritious and delicious way to spice up a winter diet.

Potatoes
Did you know potato chips were invented in Saratoga to soothe a cranky diner? Anne Dailey of The Valley Table tells us more about this popular staple.

Corn
Anne Dailey from The Valley Table talks about the summer goodness that is corn and eating it raw.

Real Food Revival
What is "Real Food" and why does it need to be revived? Sherri Brooks Vinton and Ann Clark Espuelas, authors of The Real Food Revival, explain that "Real Food" is produced as locally as possible, is sustainable, affordable, and accessible - and above all, is delicious! We couldn't agree more. The authors organize the book, chapter by chapter, by grocery store aisle - from meat to produce to fish (and more), and include recipes highlighting seasonal ingredients.

2007 Farm Bill Study Guide
It is Farm Bill time again. More than just a piece of legislation, the Farm Bill affects everyone who eats, sells, buys or grows food. At its origin, it was designed to make sure that everyone had enough to eat, farmers earned a living and our soil and water stayed healthy. Learn more about what's in the bill and you will be surprised.

Wild Pacific Salmon
Explains the difference between farmed and wild salmon, as well as the different types of wild salmon. (Stu Stein, chef/owner The Peerless Restaurant)

Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a time to share, to give, and to be grateful for all that we have. It's also a time to eat! Learn about the differences between heritage, organic and sustainable turkeys and why you might want to choose one for your feast this year!

Sustainable Holidays
The winter holidays are time for celebration with family and friends – and lots of delicious food! In our sustainable holidays article we’ve included lots of information, recipes, and projects to help you make your holidays special…and sustainable.

Summer Sizzle
Summer is fast approaching, and with it comes sunshine, long lazy days, farm fresh sustainable food, and eating outdoors. Learn how to grill delicious sustainable food!

Squash Time
Don't know what to do with all the varieties of squash being sold?  Read on to find out everything you've ever wanted to know about this wonderfully delicious vegetable.

Spinach
The E coli outbreak that hit the US in September 2006 turned the stomachs of spinach-eaters and emptied the wallets of spinach-growers. However, it brought a huge amount of media attention to issues of US food safety and exposed some serious problems with our food system.

Organic Pregnancy
A woman who's thinking about having a child will often undergo a complete transformation in order to prepare her body and home in preparation for pregnancy. Here's a practical guide that takes soon-to-be moms by the hand and leads them to healthy, happy, holistic and all-natural motherhood.

Maple Syrup
Pure maple syrup is a much healthier sweetener than processed white sugar and is a good source of magnesium, phosphorus, zinc and iron.

King Corn
King Corn is a humorous and touching documentary about two best friends who decide to move to Iowa to grow an acre of corn after finding out (through laboratory hair analysis) that their bodies were made primarily out of...corn. But this is not your typical buddy picture. While it does trace a year in the life of two friends, the film is really about the history of corn in modern America and the filmmakers' relationship with the crop they've decided to grow.

Ice Cream
This creamy treat undeniably resides in the belly of America's food culture, and ever since its commercialization around the turn of the 20th century, millions of Americans have turned to ice cream as the logical conclusion to a delicious meal.

The Colorful World of Heirloom Tomatoes
Read on to find out about heirloom tomatoes and their exploding popularity!

Cooler Treats and Hotdog Meats
Can summer food be quick, fun, refreshing AND healthy? Absolutely. This article has great information on healthy hot dogs, perfect picnic beverages and how to avoid picnic pests!

Basil
Using fresh herbs in your everyday cooking enhances any dishes' flavors while also pleasantly tickling your palette!

Back to School: Sustainable School Lunch?
School time is here, and its time for parents everywhere to wonder what their children are eating when they're away from home. Tips for getting healthier food in schools.

Enjoy Summer Grilling with Grass-Fed Beef
Includes why grass-fed meat is better for you, as well as tips on how to cook it properly.

Give Good Goose
Goose is one of those great meats that isn't served enough in American kitchens. Learn more about the kinds of geese, and then be sure to check out the goose recipe!

Fast Food Nation Film Review
Some films are created to do more than just entertain. Fast Food Nation is one of these films, produced with the goal of educating consumers and mobilizing them to make positive change in the food system. It was created by Participant Productions, and released along with a social action campaign that draws upon the expertise of Sustainable Table and other like-minded organizations.

Fall Foliage
Fall foliage, sustainable bed & breakfasts and harvest festivals are all featured in this colorful preview to autumn.

Dairy
If you want to know what you're consuming when you sink your teeth into anything made with dairy products, read our feature article on dairy to find out!

Biodynamics
Biodynamic agriculture, a science based upon the ideas of Rudolf Steiner, brings together organic farming techniques, sustainability and a little mysticism to create a unique farming philosophy.

Beef
Beef isn't the problem - it's the kind of beef you're eating that could cause problems.  Read on to find out about the all American meal - beef.