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Reconnecting Milwaukee youth to the Earth

Posted on October 13, 2016

Two UW–Madison students embarked on a summer adventure to teach the concepts of climate change and local, sustainable and healthy eating to children visiting Milwaukee’s Urban Ecology Center. They found their efforts, supported by a …

Posted in NewsTagged Food, Students, Wisconsin Idea

A secret garden in Bascom

Posted on July 26, 2016

by Jill Sakai An unassuming door off a stairway in Bascom Hall leads to a small courtyard, often overlooked even by the building’s occupants. Thanks to a student effort, there is a new reason for …

Posted in NewsTagged Administration, Campus Life, Food, Staff, Students

Interns spend a day at Peacefully Organic CSA

Posted on July 18, 2016

The Office of Sustainability student interns spent a day working at the organic farm near Waunakee, Wisconsin.

Posted in NewsTagged Food, Students

What does “local food” mean to Wisconsin consumers?

Posted on July 1, 2016

Wisconsin consumers widely agree that “local” food means food grown in Wisconsin, according to a new statewide survey conducted by faculty affiliated with UW–Extension, UW–Madison, and UW–River Falls.

Posted in NewsTagged CALS, Faculty, Food, Research, Wisconsin Idea

Meet the Interns!

Posted on June 28, 2016

June 28, 2016 | by Madeline Fischer A new summer means a new team of Office of Sustainability interns. From sophomores to seniors, this group of talented undergraduates brings a diverse range of experiences and …

Posted in NewsTagged Campus Life, Food, Housing, Office of Sustainability, Operations, Recycling, Students, Waste, Wisconsin Union

5 tips for a more sustainable backyard party

Posted on June 13, 2016

June 13, 2016 | by Office of Sustainability staff Summer is nearly here – the season of backyard barbecues, family get-togethers, and late-night campfires. Try these tips to turn your outdoor party into a sustainable …

Posted in NewsTagged Food, Office of Sustainability, Recycling, Waste, What You Can Do

Guide to farmers’ markets in Madison

Posted on May 6, 2016

While the Dane County Farmers’ Market on Capitol Square is widely known, there are local markets every day of the week across the county. Explore what’s in season, when, where to find it, and how …

Posted in NewsTagged Food, Resources, What You Can Do

Tips for shopping at your local farmers’ market

Posted on June 15, 2015

Visiting the market is a great way to get the family outside and moving while enjoying healthy and fresh local fruits, vegetables and other delicious homemade products.

Posted in NewsTagged Food, Resources

UW-Madison addresses urban food insecurity

Posted on March 11, 2015

Food insecurity has implications for health, community stability and local economies, and an interdisciplinary team of UW–Madison researchers has launched a project to study ways to boost the availability and consumption of healthy food in …

Posted in NewsTagged CALS, Economy, Food, Research, Wisconsin Idea

UW finds strategies to increase number of organic grain farms in Wisconsin

Posted on March 6, 2015

While the $35 billion U.S. organic industry continues to expand at a brisk pace, organic grain production is not keeping up with the growing demand for organic livestock feed and value-added food products, according to …

Posted in NewsTagged Agriculture, Economy, Food, Wisconsin Idea
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