Awareness

Staying independent as we age means being able to keep doing the things we enjoy, from cooking a favorite meal to spending time with friends. Memory and clear thinking are a big part of that. So it’s understandable that foods…Read More

“Regenerative” is appearing on more food packages. But what does the term promise—and how can shoppers tell what is happening on the farm? Healthy soil is at the heart of regenerative agriculture. Farmers may use practices such as crop rotation,…Read More

For years, conversations about healthier eating have followed a familiar pattern: eat less sugar, choose more whole foods, watch portions, get enough protein and fiber. But the rapid rise of GLP-1 medications is introducing something very different into the equation.…Read More

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Climate volatility, degraded soils, changing consumer expectations, and increasing pressure on agricultural systems have made one thing abundantly clear: resilience has become just as important as productivity. Across the organic sector, some of the most successful agricultural businesses aren’t simply growing…Read More

World Octopus Day is celebrated every year on October 8th and is a great opportunity to appreciate these fascinating, eight-armed animals. Inspired by the intriguing relationship between a filmmaker and an octopus featured in the documentary “My Octopus Teacher,” at…Read More

Although some of us may have heard about the rapid disappearance of glaciers worldwide due to climate change, it isn’t always easy to grasp the full extent of this issue, which, according to some researchers, accounts for 21% of sea…Read More

In the spirit of World Brain Day on July 22nd, we wanted to provide our readers with a crucial reminder of the importance of maintaining brain health and doing all we can to stay healthy and sharp. We are dedicating…Read More

National Farm Animals Awareness Week is observed the third week of each September. Not only is it designed to support the humane treatment of animals, but it also stimulates conversation around the potential to make a variety of farming practices…Read More

Sierra Winters is a regular contributor to eco18. For this month’s edition of 18 Questions, she shares her experiences on Bike & Build’s “Drift West” trip, an 800-mile cycling journey from Portland, Oregon, to Bellingham, Washington. In addition to the…Read More