Healthy Food

Minneapolis Scales Back Healthy Food Program

Minneapolis’ Healthy Corner Store Program launched with lofty ambitions in 2009—to help corner stores market and sell fresh food—but lackluster performance has required the city to reduce the scale of the program.

February 24, 2014 - Minneapolis Star-Tribune

Big City School Systems Team Up for Eco-Friendly Food

An innovative alliance of urban school districts is working to lower the cost of eco-friendly supplies and source more sustainable food. Their efforts could provide a template for other schools and large institutions.

December 3, 2013 - The New York Times

Healthy School Food Initiative Nourishes L.A.'s Economy

A push by the Los Angeles Unified School District to increase its supply of healthy and locally-produced foods is paying dividends for area farmers and businesses.

November 26, 2013 - Los Angeles Times

Will Philadelphia Experiment Alter the Course of American Food Policy?

With the highest obesity rate and poorest population of America’s big cities, Philadelphia is launching an ambitious plan to increase residents' access to healthy food, reports Sarah Kliff.

June 9, 2012 - The Washington Post

Eating Healthy Now Required in San Francisco

San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom has issued a directive that seeks to mandate healthy eating and food production in the city.

July 12, 2009 - San Francisco Chronicle

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