02 August 2010
Food Policy,
Supporting Local
Photo courtesy of Flickr and kk+
Keeping the Gulf on our plates
Photo courtesy of Flickr and kk+
Folks, there is quite a lot of focus on the Gulf, for obvious reasons, and a lot of talk about the sustainability of the fishing industry in the region. Edible Radio just gave me a gentle reminder that the food producers and culinary legacy at stake are so much more than what can be found in the sea.
Check out this podcast interview with Gary Nabhan, writer and food/farming advocate, to find out ways that you can support and sustain the wealth of amazing projects and organizations working with food producers, chefs, restauranteurs, and the like to preserve important traditions and economies. Nabhan reminds us that the food security projects and diverse culinary communities are beacons of hope for the region.
Written by:
Melanie Redman
Melanie Redman is a Social Mission Collaborator with more than 10 years of direct experience in strategic, leadership and advisory roles across the social mission sector in the U.S. and Canada. She calls many places home - most recently Toronto, Buenos Aires and Seattle - but was sprouted from the Ozark Mountains of Southern Missouri. Learn more about her work at www.melanieredman.com or on LinkedIn.
