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  • Kat Kordon's avatar
    Kat Kordon 4/25/2018 4:21 PM
    Keeping our food waste journal was very eye opening.  We noticed an increased awareness while shopping for food, how much we were preparing and putting on our plate, and making the most out of leftovers.  The daily tracking definitely increased our awareness about how we prepare and consume food.

  • Kat Kordon's avatar
    Kat Kordon 4/25/2018 4:09 PM
    The videos we watched on the Silvopasture gardening technique were very interesting.  The examples from the videos we watched were mainly from the East Coast.  I'd be interested to know if there is anyone practicing this technique in Oregon.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Food Learn More about Silvopasture
    Had you heard of the term silvopasture" before now? After learning more about it, what do you think is the biggest advantage of silvopasture?

    Raelynn Henson's avatar
    Raelynn Henson 4/24/2018 8:58 AM
    I'd not heard of silvopasture before now. It seems the biggest advantage is the benefit the land receives. The land's success contributes to both the farmer's success and the success of the animals. A win-win for all.   
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Women and Girls Support Women-Owned Businesses
    Globally, women typically invest a higher proportion of their earnings in their families and communities than men. How can you better support communities by supporting women?

    Elaine Schacher's avatar
    Elaine Schacher 4/23/2018 9:34 AM
    Shop at women-owned businesses.

  • Murray McNeil's avatar
    Murray McNeil 4/18/2018 3:09 PM
    The rainforests may reside in bordered areas called countries with different names and sovereignties, they really belong to all of us as our native resources belong to all of the earth's inhabitants. The sooner we learn this and help to protect, preserve and nurture each other's natural treasures the faster our planet will regain it's health and giver all inhabitants today and future a safe and lovely place to live.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Food Support Local Food Systems
    Dependable fresh food, supporting local farmers and building resilient communities are just a few benefits of local food systems. Which of these advantages inspire you the most?

    Jennifer Adams's avatar
    Jennifer Adams 4/17/2018 3:03 PM
    I am inspired most by supporting local farmers.  Coming from a farming community, I appreciate and value the work that is involved in supplying natural and healthy foods.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Food Learn More about Regenerative Agriculture
    Clean air, clean water and healthy food are three reasons to care about regenerative agriculture. In what ways can you support your closest regenerative agriculture farm?

    Raelynn Henson's avatar
    Raelynn Henson 4/16/2018 9:08 AM
    This reflection question asks "In what ways can you support your closest regenerative agriculture farm?" First I would have to find out which farms are using regenerative agriculture practices, and second, where I can access their products. I'm pleased to learn about this style of agriculture, which goes beyond not using chemicals (which is perhaps what most people think of when they think of an organic farm). How interesting that regenerative practices focus on the more ancient methods of raising crops.   
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Food Zero-waste Cooking
    In North America, up to 65% of food waste happens at the consumer level. Chef Steven Satterfield advocates for utilizing every part of a vegetable. How can you incorporate using an entire vegetable, including the skins, tops, and stalks during your next meal prep?

    Raelynn Henson's avatar
    Raelynn Henson 4/11/2018 2:27 PM
    Using every part of a vegetable, including the skins, tops and stalks, is not something I have thought about because we are avid composters. What we don't eat goes in the compost bin, which in times fuels our garden's growth. We don't view it as "waste" because it still exists, just in a different form. I'd be interested to hear what others are doing with the skins, etc. of fruits and veggies.

  • Kat Kordon's avatar
    Kat Kordon 4/10/2018 12:32 PM
    We started logging our food waste last week.  We are doing good so far.  However, we cook a lot more on the weekends, so it will be interesting to see how well we do with our leftovers this week.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Land Use Forest-Friendly Foods 2
    How difficult or easy was it to change your diet?

    Murray McNeil's avatar
    Murray McNeil 4/10/2018 9:53 AM
    The lists are so long that it might do well to pick a few of the products one uses the most and start there with both finding alternatives and contacting the manufacturers to provide feedback of your concerns. They really do listen as sales depend on customer satisfaction.