Month April 2020

How has COVID-19 impacted food waste?

So many aspects of our economy have changed as a result of the COVID-19 crisis—including our food system. As businesses close and needs shift, farmers are left with more food than they can sell. This is resulting in a drastic…

Celia Cody-Carrese
April 29, 2020

A family activity & a way to contribute

Tom has been volunteering with his 3 adorable kids and lovely wife since February 2018. We met him at an avocado harvest in Somis, and he’s been volunteering regularly ever since! Tom and his family have stepped up in this…

Celia Cody-Carrese
April 23, 2020

Agency/Partner Spotlight: Alma Backyard Farms & Anti-Recidivism Coalition

A native pollinator garden and bright sign welcome you to Alma Backyard Farms, January 2020. There are some partnerships where all the puzzle pieces just seem to fit together perfectly. Such is the case with Alma Backyard Farms and the…

Celia Cody-Carrese
April 16, 2020

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Updates from Food Forward

COVID-19 Updates from Food Forward Updated: July 22, 2020 This page is updated with all of Food Forward’s latest COVID-19 communications. For updates that go straight to your inbox, please sign up for our bi-weekly newsletter, Fresh Juice. Click here…

Laura Jellum
April 10, 2020

Food Forward's Watch/Read/Listen Guide

Many of us have found ourselves with more time on our hands—which offers an opportunity to learn new things. We’ve compiled a list of food-related movies, books, and podcasts to watch, read, and listen to. From food waste to food…

Celia Cody-Carrese
April 2, 2020