Energy Use in the U.S. Food System: a summary of existing research and analysis

Posted January 1994

grain trucksEnergy derived from fossil fuel plays a central role in the production, processing and distribution of food. This paper summarizes existing research and analyses of energy use in the food system, discusses where the most significant and feasible energy savings might be achieved, and suggests areas for future research.

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CIAS staff, programs featured in Grow Magazine

CIAS staff, programs featured in Grow Magazine

The Spring 2012 issue of Grow Magazine from CALS includes a feature article on "Growing Future Farmers." The article profiles CIAS staff member Rebecca Claypool, who raises vegetables on her farm near Avoca, Wisconsin. Rebecca works on our Veggie Compass project. The article also features the Wisconsin School for Beginning Dairy and Livestock Farmers, directed by CIAS staff member and beef farmer Dick Cates. Read the article here.

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