Americans spend less on food than any other country. In 2018, Americans spent an average of 9.7% of their disposable income on food (USDA ERS). In New Zealand, Kiwis spend an average of 17%-20% of their disposable income on food. (New Zealand Now Cost of Living Calculator). Why is this?
Read MoreA while back I was traveling for work and had the unique opportunity to join in conversation with farmers and food companies around the same table. The conversation that ensued over dinner and the following day has continued to replay as I make my daily eating choices.
Read MoreI was driving down the road in rural Nebraska when I passed a sign lit up by white Christmas lights that proclaimed in bold letters, “EAT MORE BEEF.” As a vegetarian of 4+ years, an environmental scientist by training and a current resident of San Francisco, California I couldn’t help but chuckle to myself.
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