Great Reads for Good Food

In the United States, the dramatic rise in food costs has led to significant lifestyle changes for many low to middle-income families.  A recent study by Intuit Credit Karma highlights an unsettling trend: nearl...

As lawmakers begin to debate the 2023 farm bill before the September 30 expiration of the current bill, the national food stamp program and its related work requirements are once again being heavily scrutinized. The food...

In recent months, Illinois has witnessed a significant rise in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefit thefts, amounting to over $4.5 million lost between October 2023 and March 20...

In a world where the abundance of food coexists with the despair of hunger, an innovative approach is paving the way for change. Food stamps, a cornerstone of support for vulnerable individuals and fa...

The Urban Institute's recent study, financially supported by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, has disclosed a significant gap between the food budget provided by the Supplemental N...

In May 2024, Senator Debbie Stabenow introduced a new law proposal called the Rural Prosperity and Food Security Act of 2024.  This law wants to make farming in America better and...

Forever chemicals, more formally known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), have become an increasing concern in our food system. Though these man-made chemicals have been used for decades in products...

Once you start to receive benefits through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), which is commonly referred to as food stamps, you might wonder how to make the most of your new benefits. This program has a long...

While it may sound cliche, it is true that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. This is the meal that breaks the overnight fast and delivers the energy that you need to get your day g...