Author Archives: UNM Sustainability Studies Program

The ultimate goal of farming is not the growing of crops, but the cultivation and perfection of human beings. – Masanobu Fukuoka, the One-Straw Revolution – Quoted by “Lo,” a Feed the Hood farmer You may have seen Project Feed … Continue reading →

Join us for Farmageddon, the final screening in our spring Food Film Series. The film is free and open to the public. Food and refreshments will be provided, and discussion will follow. Thank you to all who made the film series … Continue reading →

An Interview with New Mexico Appleseed’s Jennifer Ramo Most of us are aware that New Mexico is a state burdened by poverty. However, we may not be aware just how much poverty affects children and their access to food. Child … Continue reading →

Squash plays a fundamental role in the story of the Americas. Squash historically served as one of three Native American staple crops, along with beans and corn. Together, these three crops are known as the “Three Sisters.” In addition to … Continue reading →

When asked, most people will tell you that they believe there are two weeks of groceries available in their local supermarkets. Because of efficiency planning by the few large food distributors there is now just 3 days of food available … Continue reading →

New Mexico is home to many different types of agricultural resources, which may come as a surprise to those who know New Mexico as a desert or a dry climate. New Mexico has a weathered history of experiencing droughts. Droughts … Continue reading →

They can be tangy, sweet, sour, tart, crisp, soft, and shiny. Apples are much more than a fruit falling from a tree. They may be considered Mother Nature’s candy. Apples in the grocery store may be coming all the way … Continue reading →

“I wanted to buy some land for farming, but it was too expensive for us, so I was really excited to find LandLink” says Mona Angel of Laughing Turtle Farms. Like many people, Mona has wanted to get back to … Continue reading →

Join us for Fresh, the third in a series of four engaging films on food, agriculture, health and sustainability that will be shown during the month leading up to the 5th Annual Sustainability Expo and Lobo Growers’ Market event. Help … Continue reading →

“We used to run on down there to the river when it got low and jump in; we would cover ourselves with mud and play like we were Greek gods and goddesses.  Honey, we thought we were somethin’.  We would … Continue reading →