As the pandemic hit, food distribution chains across America started collapsing. Such was certainly the case in Interlaken, New York, where large dairy farms were forced to start dumping millions of gallons of milk. Part of the problem for these dairy farms was that most were … [Read more...] about New York farmers create new model for food distribution to feed hungry
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Bay Area service delivers groceries without a trace of plastic
Here at The Optimist Daily, we are big supporters of the zero-waste movement and we’re always happy to share with you the initiatives that are driving it. One of the latest that we’ve come across is Bay Area startup Zero Grocery. If you order groceries on their platform, they … [Read more...] about Bay Area service delivers groceries without a trace of plastic
A guide to all the zero-waste stores near you
We’re all striving to reduce the amount of single-use plastic in our lives, but finding ways to find your favorite essentials waste-free is not always an easy task. Fortunately, more and more zero-waste stores are popping up around major cities, making it all the more feasible to … [Read more...] about A guide to all the zero-waste stores near you
Garden capsule lets you grow your own food on your kitchen counter
There’s never been a better time to grow your own herbs and veggies at home, but limited space is a common issue, especially in urban areas. Enter Rotofarm, a compact indoor garden suitable for the kitchen counter that’s designed to provide you with fresh food in an eco-friendly … [Read more...] about Garden capsule lets you grow your own food on your kitchen counter
App makes it safer to get groceries by making the supermarket queue virtual
Waiting in the long lines that stretch around your local grocery store can be rather unnerving these days. But thanks to a new app, getting your groceries during the pandemic may soon become an easier and safer chore. Called SafeQueue, the app is one of the winning solutions of … [Read more...] about App makes it safer to get groceries by making the supermarket queue virtual
