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Forget peanuts. George Washington Carver’s environmental legacy is the real story.
The iconic scientist was way more than just the "Peanut Man."
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![Sean Barrett]()
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He’s helping fishermen adapt to climate change and an economic crisis — by becoming kelp farmers
Sean Barrett’s community-supported fishing project is expanding to train fisherfolk to grow seaweed and help “make it the new kale.”
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This startup says seaweed is the secret to a better faux burger — and a healthier climate
The same stuff you see wrapped around sushi can make fake meat look, cook, and taste like the real thing — and help save the planet, too.
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![Liz Carlisle]()
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She sees a more just, equitable food system in our future
Agroecologist and Fixer Liz Carlisle forecasts greater protection for workers in the food system, and policy that puts people first.
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![Oliver Zahn]()
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How one man’s philosophy of data and food science could help save the planet
Oliver Zahn once pondered the nature of the cosmos. Now he’s using machine learning to build plant-based proteins that taste just like meat — and cheese.
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Meet the rapper-turned-restaurateur bringing beats (but not meats) to the East Bay
Toriano Gordon has found runaway success with Vegan Mob, his meatless take on barbecue.
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In Nebraska, he’s working to break up meat monopolies
Graham Christensen comes from a long line of Midwestern farmers. Now, he’s setting his sights on improving the landscape for the next generation.
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Meet 5 people cooking up a new future for food
These food innovators are creating a whole new menu of options.
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How will farms and restaurants emerge from coronavirus? We asked the experts.
Five Fixers weigh in on the state of our food system, during and after the coronavirus pandemic.
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Is fake meat getting too much like the real thing?
It’s so close to the authentic item, and yet it’s not real. For this writer, that’s just creepy.
