Who would have thought that “food waste reduction/management” would make it onto a list of Top 20 Food Trends compiled by the National Restaurant Association? But there it sits at #19 on the list of the hottest menu trends forecast for 2016. The NRA (not THAT NRA, this one is about food!) polled its member […]
Dear Friends of the Worcester Food & Active Living Policy Council, Happy New Year! I hope that you are all entering into 2016 with excitement and energy – I know I am! A New Year is a great time to make change in our lives, and I’m about to embark on a change that I’m […]
Nearly everyday I marvel at the all the amazing food work happening in the city, and all around Central Mass. From youth growing food in the city, to entrepreneurs bringing farmers and chefs together, to childcare centers growing hydroponic basil – its amazing! And exciting! And everyone and should know about all these amazing and […]
Are you passionate about reducing childhood obesity? Do you love to work with a variety of people, from doctors to childcare providers to community leaders? Well then we may have a position for you! Read the full description here and send in your application materials to Liz. We’ll accept applications on a rolling basis and […]
Recent data shows that Massachusetts residents that need and qualify for SNAP (food stamps) are not getting benefits they deserve. There has been a significant drop in Massachusetts residents participation in SNAP. The participation rate dropped 7.3% between September of 2013 and September of 2014, whereas the nation as a whole experienced a 1.79% drop. […]
