Written by Milena Castillo-Grynberg, Food Systems Educator The last few weeks have been very exciting at Portola: As plastic skeletons and jack-o-lanterns popped up around the neighborhood, student Food Explorers investigated some of the spookier sides of the food system, like poisonous mushrooms, cheese bacteria, and ultra-processed food. The Food Read more…
Written by Kaisa Sherwood, Education & Curriculum Intern A time of community and connection, the holiday season is a joyous period for many. However, while the holidays can be full of bonding—especially through food– it is also a time where excess meal portions are often highly discarded. Therefore, this Thanksgiving Read more…
Written by Alexandra Kaminski, Grant Writing & Development Intern Each Green Corner’s Food Explorers program functions at our Living Campus partner sites, a program in which EGC collaborates with schools and community partners to design garden-centered outdoor educational areas and subsequently use these sites to educate and engage students with Read more…
Written by Anika Marino, Content Management Intern Fall is a season of transition for home gardens, for taking stock of plants and planning for the next year. Steps you can take to prepare for the new year: An important part of the fall season is weeding and checking for diseased Read more…
Written by Taylor Mogavero, Program Coordinator In our modern world, it’s easy to become disconnected from nature and overwhelmed by the demands of daily life. However, the healing power of nature has been recognized for centuries, and science continues to uncover the profound mental health benefits it offers. One scientific Read more…
Written by Taylor Mogavero, Program Coordinator In this article, we are going to discuss some of the highlights of the phenomenal book “Decolonize Your Diet: Plant-Based Mexican-American Recipes for Health and Healing” written by Luz Calvo and Catriona Rueda Esquibel. Not only does it explore the intersection of food, culture, Read more…
Written by Taylor Mogavero, Program Coordinator In a world grappling with the challenges of population growth, climate change, and resource limitations, ensuring global food security has become an urgent priority. The convergence of artificial intelligence (AI) and agriculture presents a promising avenue to address these pressing issues. So, can AI Read more…
Written by Taylor Mogavero, Program Coordinator We have the perfect weather in the Bay Area for lemons. The best part about lemons is you don’t even need a yard to have a lemon tree! Lemon trees grow extraordinarily well in pots and can still produce hundreds of pounds of lemons Read more…
Written by Taylor Mogavero, Program Coordinator As we progress in the 21st century, it becomes increasingly evident that the struggle for gender equality is intrinsically linked to broader social issues, with food insecurity standing out as a poignant example. The experiences of women in the face of hunger and food Read more…
Written by Taylor Mogavero, Program Coordinator Mitigating climate change is of utmost importance for individuals, businesses, and governments alike due to the far-reaching consequences it poses to our planet and future generations. As individuals, we have a responsibility to minimize our carbon footprint and protect the environment for ourselves and Read more…