These case studies offer policymakers a better understanding of how regional food systems could bring healthier food to low-income people in the Northeast.
An international research group led by Cornell University has found that plastic trash – ubiquitous throughout the world’s oceans – intensifies disease for coral, adding to reef peril.
As grocery stores save energy by changing their dairy cases from fluorescent to LED lighting, Cornell researchers have found that milk – particularly fat-free milk – becomes more susceptible to off-flavors from LED light than from standard fluoresence.
Greenstar and Cornell Cooperative Extension are hosting a gathering and meal to encourage networking among local food providers and others interested in supporting food justice and food security, Jan. 31.
Two female researchers, an epidemiologist and a bacteriologist, both at the College of Veterinary Medicine, have received awards for their cutting-edge research.
Cornell economist Steven Kyle predicted the U.S. economy will continue to cruise at a steady pace of 2 percent to 2.5 percent in 2018. But an end to seven years of growth may be looming, he said.
