There’s something grounding about a recipe that comes with a coastline. This fish casserole, shared straight from a family cabin in Norway’s Flatanger archipelago, is more than comfort food—it’s a slice of place. With cod caught in the winter winds and vegetables[...]
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Dilworth 10-year-old hatches plan to get backyard chickens in town
What do you do when the rules don’t match your values—and you’re only 10 years old? If you’re Ariel Olson of Dilworth, Minnesota, you start a petition, rally your neighbors, and take your case straight to City Hall. Ariel wants backyard chickens,[...]
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Student-run butcher shop open in new location on NDSU campus
North Dakota State University has long been a leader in animal sciences, but now its students are getting a new kind of education—one that extends beyond the classroom and into the freezer case. At the newly opened retail store inside the Peltier[...]
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Wholesale egg prices are going down. How soon will it affect your grocery bill?
After months of soaring egg prices, there’s hope on the horizon for shoppers. The U.S. Department of Agriculture reports a steady drop in wholesale egg prices, thanks to a lull in bird flu outbreaks. While this price reduction may not be reflected[...]
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Prairie Fare: Try these tips to save money on food
“You can scrape that bowl a little better,” my mother would say to me. I would keep scraping to get the last bit of dough out of the bowl. “Auntie Christina was the best at cleaning out bowls,” she’d add. My great-aunt[...]
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How the science of savoring can help you nurture your relationships
Life moves fast, and it’s easy to let good moments slip by unnoticed. But what if simply paying more attention to them could make us feel happier, more connected, and less stressed? That’s the idea behind relational savoring, a technique that helps[...]
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A Feast with Irish Flavor: Bangers and Biscuits
Corned beef and cabbage might be the go-to for St. Patrick’s Day, but if you’re looking to mix things up, bangers and biscuits offer a hearty, flavorful alternative. This recipe blends Irish and American traditions—flaky buttermilk biscuits with Irish cheddar and scallions,[...]
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Senate passes bill legalizing direct sale of raw milk products
North Dakota farmers may soon be able to sell more raw milk products directly to consumers. The Senate unanimously passed a bill allowing the sale of raw milk butter and cream, provided they are labeled and sold without a middleman. A small[...]
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Food for Thought: The Relationship Between Diet And Executive Brain Function
Cognitive disease is a growing public health concern, and more research is needed to determine underlying factors that improve or degrade cognitive function. The good news is is current research is starting to light the way. It’s indicating possible key relationships between[...]
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Prairie Fare: Connect with food during National Nutrition Month
When I was young, a homemade meal coordinated by the local “ladies’ aid” was a monthly event. We all looked forward to the food and fellowship at our small church. The delicious aroma filled the room and drew dozens of participants. I[...]
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Prairie Fare: Choose mindfully when eating at buffets
“Are you a runner?” I asked my dinner companion as she galloped ahead of me. “No, but I am kind of a slow jogger — a ‘slogger,’” she replied. I trotted slowly on the cobblestone sidewalk, trying not to break my “hoof”[...]
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Prairie Fare: Eating healthy, Mediterranean style
“I am probably adding five years onto my life eating this Mediterranean food,” my husband remarked. He was enjoying a bowl of tomato basil soup. It looked and smelled delicious. I chuckled as I took a bite of my equally healthful salad.[...]
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From farms to bakeries, egg shortages and price hikes are challenging small businesses
Egg prices are soaring, and small business owners are feeling the pinch. With avian flu forcing mass chicken culls, the cost of a dozen eggs has more than doubled since last summer—and it’s not just about price. Supply chain disruptions mean bakers[...]
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Sentia Spirits Review: A Light Buzz Without the Alcohol
Sometimes, you just want to feel _something_—a little looseness, a touch of ease—without the morning-after regret. That’s the promise of Sentia, a nonalcoholic drink designed to mimic the pleasant side of drinking without the risks. Developed by a British neuropsychopharmacologist, Sentia taps[...]
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Factory farming and the true cost of a burger / Public News Service
The New York Times and Washington Post are getting pushback for recent editorials defending large-scale factory farms. Some environmental groups argued the columns made one critical assumption, that there is no other option. Peter Lehner, sustainable food and farming program managing attorney[...]
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Watch: Cayla’s Kitchen: Pike Chowder
After a day spent on the ice, there’s nothing quite like a warm bowl of chowder to bring comfort. R3 Coordinator Cayla Bendel shares an easy and flavorful pike chowder recipe that highlights simple ingredients and straightforward steps. With the rich blend[...]