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Imagine stepping into a grocery store where fresh produce is grown just a few steps above you. This is the reality at the IGA grocery store in Saint Laurent, Quebec, thanks to La Ferme de rue Montréal’s rooftop farm. In fact, TV monitors in the produce section let customers watch in real-time as farmers harvest veggies that will be on the shelves within the hour. Learn how this partnership is building community ties and keeping local food truly local: https://ow.ly/ZgRC50Txhn1 #ModernFarmer

The Farm Bill has long been pivotal in shaping communities—influencing everything from local food access to economic stability. Discover how the upcoming Farm Bill could shape the future of food justice as people from across Mississippi reveal their critical needs and hopes and what’s at stake if their voices aren't heard: https://ow.ly/XIXM50T7ICi #ModernFarmer #FarmBill

Can we have dog food that's good for pets and the planet? A few companies are leading the charge with sustainable options: https://ow.ly/XmoZ50T5gvZ #ModernFarmer Open Farm Pet | The Conscious Pet Farm Hounds

The Farm Bill has huge implications for food production, nutrition assistance, animal welfare, the environment, trade, and much more. What do you want to see in this critical legislation? #ModernFarmer

A presidency under Kamala Harris would create a vastly different environment for US farmers, workers, and eaters than a presidency under Donald Trump. To understand just how distinct these outcomes could be, we've examined their past actions and outlined policy plans. https://ow.ly/I96G50SUPk8 #ModernFarmer

As the problem of food waste persists in the US, some organizations are stepping up to develop apps that can help ensure no edible food, from leftover pizza to wonky carrots, is left behind. These food waste apps are transforming how we manage surplus food, converting potential waste into savings for consumers and assistance for those in need. These apps help change perceptions about food waste, offer affordable food options, and support environmentally friendly practices. https://ow.ly/Typa50SSca5 #ModernFarmer Too Good To Go Food Rescue US

Last month, we attended the weekly farmer’s market in Greenwood, Mississippi, in the heart of the agriculturally rich Mississippi Delta. There, we joined Mississippi Today , a Pulitzer-prize-winning nonprofit news outlet based in the nearby city of Jackson, to spend the morning talking to shoppers and local vendors–a welcoming group of farmers, bakers, artisans, and entrepreneurs–to better understand the issues they confront living and working in the region. We look forward to meeting and learning more from communities around the country, both rural and urban.

Writers: We want your pitches! Modern Farmer is dedicated to producing and sharing solutions-oriented journalism focused on the food system in North America. We welcome pitches from journalists, writers, and content creators with stories to share about food equity, conscious consumption, and sustainable farming. Get the details and submit a pitch at https://lnkd.in/gHMn4ymX

Many retail products lack information about PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) use because it's not required. Also, a "PFAS-free" label doesn't always provide complete information. When you can ask a company about their product, it's important to ask the right questions. Asking if a product is PFAS-free isn’t going to cut it. Swipe through for some questions, and save this post to help you in the future. #ModernFarmer

Lately, PFAS - or "forever chemicals" - have been popping up on newsfeeds everywhere. If you still have questions about PFAS, good news: We are working with an expert to get your questions answered. So tell us: What are your questions about forever chemicals? #ModernFarmer