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Montana food pantries are struggling with increasing demand and a bumpy economy

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Published on August 5, 2022 at 6:08 PM MDT Colorful food cans and boxes lined the shelves of the Arlee Community Development Corporation food pantry on a recent summer morning. Pantry staff, including program manager Donna Mollica, had stocked up the day before in preparation for another week of distribution. Although the shelves were full that morning, Mollica doesn’t stay that long these days. Arlee’s pantry usually has enough food for 30 families a week. But demand doubled in April. “So we were caught by surprise and ran out of food,” says Mollica. According to Mollica, the pantry caught theRead News

Good Shepherd Food Bank ready to launch a new venture

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Harvesting Good aims to extend locally grown produce year-round into the food bank network. AUBURN — Maine’s largest hunger relief organization is expanding its role and reach by creating a for-profit business to grow, process, freeze and distribute local produce. Broccoli grows in rows at Circle B Farms in Caribou. Submitted by Matt Chin Good Shepherd Food Bank is launching Harvesting Good, a wholly owned subsidiary, a for-profit public benefit corporation this fall, but the concept has been in the works for some time. The company is entirely based in Maine and will launch frozen broccoli florets as the firstRead News

4 Italian wines ideal for entertaining in summer, and tips for food pairings

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When it comes to summer entertaining, delicious food and wine are the keys to a good time. If you’re having a hard time choosing what wine to serve during your next soiree, check out the four Banfi wines below. Whether you’re serving grilled meats or tomato-based pasta, or something in between, one of these wines will be the perfect accompaniment! “There is no right or wrong way to pair food and wine, but a well-made wine will always enhance and complement the right food,” said Dino Altomare, Director of Education for Banfi. “The name of the game is experimenting toRead News

FDA warns public after positive pet food test for Salmonella

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UPDATE: Producer comments added. The US Food and Drug Administration has warned pet owners not to feed Darwin’s Natural Pet Products raw cat food after samples from those batches tested positive for Salmonella. The FDA recommended that Arrow Reliance Inc. voluntarily recall these products and notify the public, but the company has not done so. There is a risk to people from handling contaminated pet products, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after contact with the products or surfaces exposed to these products. These foods have been linked to cases of illness in three cats from aRead News

Ohio State and Cardiff Met universities contribute to food safety partnership

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Ohio State University and the University of Wales have agreed to collaborate on food safety research. Ohio State University and Cardiff Metropolitan University recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). It was founded by Ellen Evans of ZERO2FIVE Food Industry Center at Cardiff Met University and Sanja Ilic of the College of Food, Agricultural and Environmental Sciences in Ohio. Emphasis is placed on vulnerable patient groups, part of the work carried out by both institutions. In the United States, data is being collected to look at nutritionist training in food safety, and the collaboration has resulted in two publications andRead News

Higher prices, smaller portions and apps: how fast food chains are changing their value proposition

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A customer waits to order food at a McDonalds fast food restaurant on July 26, 2022 in Miami, Florida. Fast-food chains are raising the price of their burgers, pizzas and tacos as inflation squeezes budgets – but expect higher prices, quicker portions and more deals that entice people to sign up for rewards programs and companies rethinking their value strategies. Citing rising costs, Domino’s Pizza earlier this year raised the price of its Mix & Matched delivery deals from $5.99 to $6.99, and made its national $7.99 fulfillment offer available for digital orders only. Burger King removed the Whopper fromRead News

Mayor Wu Appoints Aliza Wasserman Director of Food Justice

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Mayor Michelle Wu today announced the appointment of Aliza Wasserman as Director of the Mayor’s Office of Food Justice (OFJ). The Office of Food Justice is tasked with building a local food system that is equitable, resilient, sustainable, and just. As director, Wasserman is charged with leading OFJ to make nutritious, affordable, and culturally appropriate food available to all Boston residents while accelerating climate action. “In Boston, food must be a force for justice. Aliza’s expertise in public health and food policy will drive our work to make nutritious, culturally appropriate food more accessible to all residents and advance climateRead News

Grain shipments in Ukraine offer hope, not a solution to the food crisis

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BEIRUT – A ship bringing corn to the northern port of Tripoli in Lebanon would not normally cause a stir. But it gets attention because of where it comes from: the Black Sea port of Ukraine of Odesa. The Razoni, loaded with more than 26,000 tons of corn for chicken feed, emerges from the edges of a Russian war that has threatened the food supply in countries such as Lebanon, which has the highest rate of food inflation in the world – a staggering 122% – and depends on the Black Sea region for almost all of its wheat. TheRead News

28 Organizations Transforming Chicago’s Food System – Food Tank

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The city of Chicago, Illinois is full of inspiring organizations working to build a better food system. These community groups feed neighbors, offer culinary arts job training, develop urban agriculture, and more. Through this work, they seek to build stronger local food systems that nourish eaters, support local economies, and protect the environment. On August 24, 2022, Food Tank heads to Chicago to celebrate the city and its diverse food and agricultural systems. In collaboration with the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign, Illinois Institute of Technology, Northwestern University, Illinois Agri-Food Alliance, The Hatchery, and Chicagoland Food & Beverages, we willRead News

Martha’s Vineyard News | Food insecurity is seeing a dramatic increase

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To many seasonal travelers, Martha’s Vineyard, with its multi-million dollar homes, picturesque shopping districts and pristine beaches, seems to be the epitome of a wealthy Island. But a previously hidden scourge is emerging: growing food insecurity is exacerbated by record inflation and a global pandemic. At the peak of summer, that meant 620 residents per week visiting the Island Food Pantry — a 52 percent increase from this point in 2021, according to pantry officials. The fruit cart at Island Food Pantry. —Jeanna Shepard “Everyone thinks this is an Island of the rich and famous, but there’s a whole groupRead News

Amazon put Oxo food storage containers on sale for more than 35% off

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Every product we feature is independently selected and reviewed by our editorial team. If you make a purchase using the included links, we may earn a commission. Whether you’re trying to extend the shelf life of some tasty leftovers or prepping meals for school or work, good quality storage containers are a must. And thanks to its variety and smart design, Oxo’s containers are one of our favorite ways to keep food fresh both on the go and at home. Since reusable containers are such a staple, it’s key to building a collection that will get you through your week.Read News

Choco tacos and the memory of junk food’s past

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There was much tearing of clothes and loud wailing at the recent news that Choco Taco (1983-2022) was no more. The frozen novelty—vanilla, peanut, fudge, and milk chocolate ice cream, delivered in a taco-shaped cone—was killed when its maker, Unilever, decided to streamline its Klondike product line. The announcement was cool and clinical: due to supply chain challenges and an “unprecedented spike in demand” for its offerings, Unilever was discontinuing some items so it could focus its manufacturing efforts on a smaller set of Klondike’s delicious treats , such as the Krunch Bar and the Reese’s Mini Bar. Adieu, ChocoRead News

Huge relief as Ukrainian grain has been delivered, but the food crisis isn’t going anywhere

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(CNN) As the Razons left the Ukrainian port of Odessa on Monday with the first shipment of grain since the early days of Russia’s war in Ukraine, there were sighs of relief from Somalia to Turkey, Indonesia and China, given how reliant these countries have been on Ukrainian grain to meet their daily needs. Millions of people have been pushed into starvation as Russia’s blockade has fueled soaring grain prices, which have hit record highs this year as more than 20 million metric tons of Ukrainian wheat and corn remain trapped in Odessa. But even as a U.N.-brokered deal toRead News

Big drop in global food prices for July, but worries about future supply remain

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Food prices fell significantly in July, marking the fifth consecutive monthly decline since hitting record highs earlier in the year following the war in Ukraine, the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) reported on Friday. The UN agency has published its eagerly awaited latest Food Price Index, the barometer that tracks monthly changes in the international prices of five food commodities: cereals, vegetable oils, dairy products, meat and sugar. The @FAO Food Price Index averaged 140.9 points in July, 🔻8.6% from June, marking the 4th consecutive monthly decline. Major corn & vegetable oil prices recorded a double-digit percentage decline. The IndexRead News

Vermont international food trucks to try, and where to find them

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Don’t let summer pass without at least one bite to eat from a food truck. This is the true definition of “eating out”. Grab a quick snack or small meal from a vendor on wheels at a park, concert, farmers’ market, or Church Street Market and immerse yourself in tasty cuisine and the balmy feel of the Vermont summer air. Even better, take a little trip around the world while you enjoy the moment right here at home. The variety of nationalities and cuisines represented in the local food trucks and carts is enough to make you feel like you’veRead News

Food Truck Tracker: Here’s What Food Trucks Are Doing Around You | Williamsburg Yorktown Daily

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HISTORIC TRIANGLE — Several food trucks from the Historic Triangle continue to serve up culinary creations throughout the community. From breweries, distilleries and vineyards, here’s where you can find local food truckers the weekend of August 5-7. We want to hear from you! Do you have a food truck or know of one in the area that you think should be included in our weekly Food Truck Tracker? Email us at Info@WYDaily.com to let us know! Abuelita’s Friday: Fort Eustis Main Exchange, 1386 Washington Blvd. in Fort Eustis, 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Amma’s Curry In A Hurry Friday: Virginia Beer Company,Read News

Learn More About The Joy Of Growing Your Own Food – Food Man

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In her latest book To Boldly Grow: Finding Joy, Adventure, and Dinner in Your Own Backyard, Tamar Haspel describes the joy she finds in producing her own food. When Haspel moved from Manhattan to Cape Cod in 2009, she challenged herself to take a more active approach to her diet. She and her husband are committed to eating at least one thing every day that they produce. “It turned out to be much more interesting and compelling than I ever imagined,” Haspel told Food Tank, “because it changed the way I think about food. But also, and perhaps more importantly,Read News

Genetic enhancement of wheat production potential for food security

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Disruptions in world trade markets as a result of the war in Ukraine, among other causes, have focused public attention on the issue of ensuring a sufficient supply of high-quality food for the world’s population. Researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) are looking for modern methods to boost global harvests and ensure global food security. Wheat plays a special role in these efforts. In terms of farmland, wheat is one of the most important cereal varieties and plays an important role as a staple food. It is grown in more than a hundred countries. However, the supply ofRead News

Western Pacific nations lack new food safety rules

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Most countries in the Western Pacific do not have regulations to control food safety in new foods, according to a survey. Many point to the absence of a national regulatory framework that can be applied to alternative proteins and the need for discussion of rules and risk assessment for new foods. They also say inspectors need to be trained on new technologies to produce alternative dietary proteins. The World Health Organization (WHO) in the Western Pacific held a workshop as a first step to support member countries to regulate the production, marketing and consumption of locally grown and imported vegetableRead News

The Midwest Food Bank is addressing 2 emergencies: Kentucky floods and rising inflation

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Published August 3, 2022 at 11:33 AM CDT Relief efforts remain underway in eastern Kentucky where scores of communities were devastated by last week’s floods. As of Wednesday, the death toll is 37 with fears that the number could rise as water levels recede. Kentucky faces an additional threat this week as dangerously high temperatures settle over the state. During a Tuesday press conference, Gov. Andy Bashear warned residents working to save what they could from their homes to take precautions against the heat. “We’re bringing in water on the trucks,” Bashear assured Kentuckians. “We’ll make sure we have enough forRead News

Pueblo Food Project in preliminary stages to bring SAME Café to Pueblo

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The Pueblo Food Project is taking the preliminary steps to bring the SAME Café location to Pueblo. The nonprofit is exploring ways to raise money for the project and expects to explore those options in the coming months, Pueblo Food Project program manager Megan Moore told the Chieftain. The Pueblo Food Project also discussed initial location ideas, although Moore declined to further disclose which locations the advisory board discussed. A fundraising plan is underway, she said. SAME Café stands for “so all may eat.” Its founders, Brad and Libby Burky, took an unusual approach – a model based on participation.Read News

Beyond hummus: Palestinians prepare new food trends

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From the ancient alleyways of Jerusalem’s Old City to kitchens around the world, Palestinians are stirring new trends in cooking while sticking to traditions. The trend has whipped up a growing appetite for specialist books and food tours. “It’s changing for the better, I think. Many Palestinians are keen to market their food,” said Nassar Odeh, as oven aromas wafted across a Jerusalem street. The Palestinian entrepreneur has spent the past few months watching gourmands drift in and out of his new eatery, Taboon, named after the traditional clay oven. Customers eat dishes like Armenian lahmajoon, a thin pizza withRead News

At the Agribusiness Show and Food Security Funding Announcement – United States Department of State

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AMBASSADOR MURPHY: (In Khmer.) Please sit down. I am thrilled to welcome you all here at AmCam Exchange. I am US Ambassador to Cambodia, Patrick Murphy, and I am incredibly honored and excited to have a special guest helping us today with agriculture and food security. First a quick word about the Kingdom of Cambodia. Agriculture is the backbone of Cambodia’s economy and a really important part of the cultural identity here. It’s a way of life. The sector accounts for more than 20 percent of GDP, directly employs more than 3 million Cambodians and has been an incredible sourceRead News

Prison food sale raises $36,600 to help others – Inside CDCR

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The incarcerated population of three California prisons raised $36,600 through food sales to benefit community nonprofits. Institutions included the California City Correctional Facility, Pleasant Valley State Prison, and the California Health Care Facility. Pleasant Valley raises $14k to help children Food drive fundraisers at Pleasant Valley State Prison (PVSP) help children in the community. Warden (A) Ron Godwin, Deputy Warden Maria Faulkner and administrative staff at the jail have encouraged incarcerated activity groups to find organizations that primarily serve children. For the first fundraiser of the year, the incarcerated population selected two organizations, raising $14,810. A longtime favorite charity ofRead News

As Food Prices Rise, US Food Lines Get Longer

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From Phoenix, Arizona, in the southwestern United States, to Jackson, Mississippi, in the southeastern U.S., people are standing in long lines in their cars to receive food assistance from food banks and food pantries. moving. Rising inflation in the U.S. it raises the price of everything from food to gas to rent. And that still makes it difficult for many people to buy the food they need. “We’re seeing a lot of families struggling to make ends meet because the dollar isn’t moving like it used to in the grocery store,” said Kellie O’Connell, CEO at Nourishing Hope, a groceryRead News

Not to be missed at the Ohio State Fair

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👋 Alissa here. What’s a fair without deep fried goodness? If you’re heading to the Ohio State Fair in its final days—it ends Sunday—bring an empty stomach for these delicious meals: 🍗 Shock value: Stuffed turkey leg from Hickory Tree Turkey BBQ. 🌭 Classic twist: Pronto Pups corn dog ($5) made with pancake batter instead of traditional cornbread. Interesting flavor: deep-fried, garlic-stuffed olives on a stick of Waffle Bombs ($6). Sweet bread, tangy center. Delicious all around. 🍍 For its nutritional value – sort of: The “Oh My” from the Dole Whip stand ($14). This hollowed out whole pineapple isRead News

Developing community-based solutions for a resilient food system – food tank

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The Center for Environmental Farming Systems (CEFS) will host its Symposium on Agriculture, Food Systems and Climate Change on Thursday 11 August. CEFS hopes to use the event to highlight the research and farming practices that support resilient agricultural systems in North Carolina. The symposium will feature researchers, decision-makers, farmers and community leaders who will discuss holistic, community-based food systems that contribute to climate resilience. Speakers include Dr. Robert Bonnie, Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation for the United States Department of Agriculture; Dr. Rattan Lal, Distinguished Professor of Earth Sciences at Ohio State University and recipient of theRead News

Denver’s ban on LoDo food trucks may be permanent for curbing crime

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You may have to travel a little further to find a food truck when you come hungry from downtown Denver’s busiest bars. What’s Happening: The city has temporarily banned truck drivers from serving late-night snacks along certain areas of LoDo to break up crowds and tackle downtown crime. Why it matters: The move marks another strike for a struggling downtown that appears to have lost its luster, and another strike for small business owners still struggling due to the pandemic. What they say: The DPD claims that moving food trucks will get people to leave the center after hours andRead News

The world’s food supply faces a new threat from the lack of rain in India

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