Articles by Claire Thompson

Claire Thompson used to be Grist's editorial assistant. After disappearing into the wild for a while, she is now attempting to reenter society.

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Beyond ‘ruin porn’: Film gives farm’s-eye view of Detroit

The documentary Urban Roots shows us a new view of Detroit through the eyes of its dedicated urban farmers.

Claire Thompson Food and Agriculture
Into the woods: Seattle plants a public food forest

Urban orchards are growing in popularity all over the country, but Seattle is taking it further with this public fruit experiment.

Claire Thompson Food and Agriculture
Will organic free trade really do a world of good?

We're all for trading organic food with the European Union, but let's not forget about food miles.

Claire Thompson Food and Agriculture
Honey makes the world go ’round

Bees Without Borders is building bridges across cultures with the ancient art of beekeeping.

Claire Thompson Food and Agriculture