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Science & Technology

State bans on commercial food waste have been largely ineffective, study finds

Clare Marie Schneider

Much of the food supply in the U.S. goes uneaten, which contributes to climate change. Some states have tried to cut food waste in landfills, but their efforts have fallen short, researchers found.
Economy

After more than a century, the Campbell's company drops 'soup' from its name

Avie Schneider

The Campbell Soup Company's CEO said the "subtle yet important change" to the name adopted in 1922 better reflects the broad number of products it makes.
Sustainable eating habits that can help the environment without taking over your life

The NPR Network

What we eat plays a role in the health of our environment. Here are some things to consider when trying to make doable changes to improve your impact without breaking the bank.
Science & Technology

Scientists tap the power of fermentation to create chocolate without cocoa beans

Rob Schmitz

Climate change is driving more extreme weather events in the region where many cocoa beans are grown. A brother-sister team in Germany is working on a solution: making chocolate without cocoa beans.
Politics

What does a busy president want to eat? This White House chef has the answer

Ari Shapiro

Elena Burnett

Katia Riddle

You know that old line, "Tell me what you eat and I'll tell you who you are"? If that's true, then Cristeta Comerford knows the last five presidents of the United States better than almost anyone.
Can better bread be a climate change solution? These bakers think so

Alejandra Borunda

Ryan Kellman

A team of scientists and bakers in the Pacific Northwest is searching for ways to make whole wheat bread resilient to a warming world — and more delicious.
Environment

Can the most popular red wine in the U.S. endure climate change?

Lauren Sommer

Bold cabernet sauvignon wines made Napa Valley famous. Now, hotter temperatures are starting to damage the grapes, so some wineries are starting to experiment.
National

A salmonella outbreak linked to recalled eggs sickens people in 9 states

Emma Bowman

Eggs branded Milo's Poultry Farms and Tony's Fresh Market were recalled after they were linked to a salmonella outbreak that has hospitalized at least 24 people.
Economy

Red Lobster off the hook? Federal judge approves restructuring plan

Jaclyn Diaz

The restaurant chain announced Thursday that it received approval for its Chapter 11 plan, offering a glimmer of good news for the business, which has faced a series of struggles.
Economy

NPR listeners share their best money-saving grocery store tips

Life Kit

Check your receipt. Grow your own veggies. Ask about senior discounts. NPR readers share their top tips on cutting costs at the grocery store.