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New Work Requirements Put Food Aid at Risk for Thousands in Riverside County

A year after passage of the GOP's One Big Beautiful Bill Act organizers in Riverside, Calif. say demand for food aid has risen sharply.

The Immigrant Workers Behind Texas’ $102 Billion Food Economy

A new report from the American Immigration Council finds that immigrants make up nearly one-quarter of Texas' food-sector workforce.

More Meat, Less Tomato — Inflation Hits a Culinary Staple

The cost of tomatoes has surged in recent months, putting a strain on shoppers and restaurants alike.
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3 Million Americans Lose Critical Food Safety Net, as Dramatic Cuts to SNAP Take Effect

Speakers explore new data, discuss funding stakes for states and families, and demonstrate a dashboard analyzing health trends and its drivers nationwide.

Steak at the Top – The Politics Behind America’s New Food Guidelines

Nutrition experts applaud the shift away from highly processed foods, but are critical of a pyramid that de-emphasizes whole grains and legumes
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The New Food Pyramid: Healthy or Harmful?

New U.S. dietary guidelines introduce an inverted food pyramid prioritizing protein, healthy fats, fruits, and vegetables. Experts discuss nutrition impacts, school lunches, ultra-processed foods, and environmental concerns tied to diet.

The Past, Present, and Future of Chinese Food in the United States

There are more Chinese restaurants in the U.S. than McDonald’s, KFC, and Taco Bell combined, a ubiquity that has "flattened" the cuisine, writes chef Kevin Chen.

Trump States He Will Not Fund SNAP Until Shutdown Ends

42 million Americans, including children, the disabled, and veterans, will go hungry this month as the battle over a critical food assistance program continues.
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42 Million Americans Will Lose Food Assistance in November Amid Government Shutdown

42 million Americans risk losing SNAP food aid amid the federal shutdown. Experts discuss CalFresh impacts, lawsuits, and long-term effects of budget cuts and new work requirements on food security.

India’s Export Ban on Rice Deepens Global Food Crisis

Indian Americans are panic buying huge sacks of rice, after India announced a ban on exports of the grain which is integral to Indian meals.

Charms and Challenges of Ethnic Communities Made Plain on Our Plates

Whatever our differences, we all have to eat. In the United States, where we can choose foods from all over the world, ethnic cuisine...