18 million US children are at risk of hunger: How is the problem being addressed and what more can be done?
An estimated 1 in 4 US children have trouble getting enough to eat at least sometimes. We asked four scholars for their insights..
Kecia Johnson, Assistant Professor of Sociology, Mississippi State University •
conversation
Jan. 11, 2021 • ~13 min
Jan. 11, 2021 • ~13 min
Urban farming: four reasons it should flourish post-pandemic
Nurturing enthusiasm for growing food closer to home could benefit people, wildlife and the global food system.
Jess Davies, Chair Professor in Sustainability, Lancaster University •
conversation
Aug. 26, 2020 • ~7 min
Aug. 26, 2020 • ~7 min
In changing urban neighborhoods, new food offerings can set the table for gentrification
Hip food offerings can signal that a neighborhood is gentrifying – especially when they repackage traditional foods for wealthy white eaters.
Yuki Kato, Assistant Professor of Sociology, Georgetown University •
conversation
July 10, 2020 • ~9 min
July 10, 2020 • ~9 min
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