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Food insecurity during the holidays and how you can help 

The holiday season is a magical time—the colorful lights everywhere, the energy of giving, and the anticipation of getting together with loved ones to eat delicious treats. Unfortunately, many families face a huge economic burden during the holidays, and stress…

The climate change and food security effect

Climate change and food insecurity are both global issues that are deeply intertwined. Because of that, their solutions must go hand in hand. Global food supply We often talk about food security—the reliable access to healthy food that results in…

Food waste in America by the numbers

You likely know food waste is a problem in America. But it can either feel vague and/or overwhelming without a deeper understanding of how big of a problem it is. That’s why we’re breaking down just how much food is…

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What is food justice?

Food insecurity doesn’t happen in a vacuum; it’s inextricably linked to inequality and the systems that cause it.  That means when we look at food insecurity, we must also look at the social factors that shape it, looking for solutions…

People lining up at food distribution

What is food insecurity? Food security?

“Food insecurity,” “food security,” and “hunger,” are often used interchangeably since they are all connected to food access and its effects on health, but each has clear distinctions and it is important that these terms guide our efforts to address…

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What is Asian Citrus Psyllid?

Update as of February 22, 2024: Food Forward is in regular communication with the local county Departments of Agriculture and the CA Dept of Food & Agriculture (CDFA) and are following all of the regulations and restrictions on harvesting citrus…

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Volunteer Hot Seat – Betsy Vanleit

Welcome to Food Forward’s Hot Seat! Where we ask up to 10 rapid-fire questions to answer with only one word (or as few words as possible). Before we get started, tell us a bit about yourself… I love backyard picks…

Volunteer Hot Seat – Grace Hyun

Welcome to Food Forward’s Hot Seat! Where we ask up to 10 rapid-fire questions to answer with onlyone word (or as few words as possible). Before we get started, tell us a bit about yourself… I am a Glean Team…

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Volunteer Hot Seat – David Avshalomov

Welcome to Food Forward’s Hot Seat! Where we ask up to 10 rapid-fire questions to answer with only one word (or as few words as possible). Before we get started, a little about David… David has volunteered at the Santa…

Berney’s grapefruit: Big yield, big impact

In the rolling hills of Somis, there are rows of grapefruit trees, waiting to be harvested by Food Forward volunteers every year. The trees, approximately fifty of them, are part of the orchard on Chuck Berney’s 42-acre property. While Chuck…