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Oct 11 2017, Julie Ryan

Clean water challenge to U.S. top meat producer comes to DFW

Mighty Earth says runoff from Tyson Foods' facilities and suppliers has contributed to the largest Gulf of Mexico dead zone in history.

Oct. 11, 2017

Change may be coming to the top U.S. meat producer, at a location near you. Tyson Foods’ meats and poultry, familiar in kitchens across Texas, the U.S. and abroad, are enormous sellers – $36 billion in 2016. However, the environmental fallout from Tyson, its top competitors and their supply chains of feed growers and animal-raising operators is also gigantic – in Texas, as well as in the Cornbelt.

Oct 03 2017, RITA COOK

Organic pick-your-own farm in Arlington reopening for fall season

Storm Farms reopens Oct. 7 with its pick-your-own pumpkin patch. Photos courtesy of Storm Farms.

Sept. 29, 2017

Storm Farms in Arlington was a hit this spring with its pick-your-own strawberry patch. Now, the farm is kicking off the fall growing season with the opening of its pumpkin patch Oct. 7.

Blonde woman browsing vibrant printed dresses in a clothing store.
Aug 15 2017, MARSHALL HINSLEY

Vegan pop-up markets showcase cruelty-free products

Vegan pop-up markets like V Market in DFW promote cruelty-free products, including plant-based skincare, homewares, and clothing. Co-founders Christina Bluford and Katie Remis aim to support vegan businesses while expanding local interest in ethical, sustainable shopping. Markets occur monthly at various locations in Dallas and beyond.
Red sign for a farmers market with tents in the background.
Jul 04 2017, MARSHALL HINSLEY

Paul Quinn Market caters to South Dallas food desert

Good Local Markets opened a new market at Paul Quinn College in southeast Dallas, addressing a food desert issue by offering local produce, baked goods, and more, sourced from nearby farms including the college's own. Supported by a USDA grant, it promotes community, local economy, and nutritional access.
Vegan spinach wraps on a tray with sports merch in the background.
May 22 2017, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Rangers ballpark tops list of vegan-friendly stadiums in U.S.

Globe Life Park, home of the Texas Rangers, tops PETA's list of vegan-friendly ballparks in the U.S. for its new all-vegan food cart, featuring vegan nachos, chili with Beyond Beef, and black bean tamales. The initiative was influenced by a grassroots campaign led by fan Twalla Grant.
Oct 21 2016, RITA COOK

Texas Veggie Fair marks seventh year

Vegan corn dogs are one of the popular items at the Texas Veggie Fair. Courtesy of Texas Veggie Fair.

Oct. 21, 2016 

For long-time vegans and vegetarians, newbies to the way of life or just folks tinkering with the idea of making your diet meatless, the seventh annual Texas Veggie Fair on Saturday, Oct. 22, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Reverchon Park in Dallas is a good way to figure out if the lifestyle is for you.

Man holding recycle and compost signs above bins indoors.
Oct 03 2016, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Fort Worth conductor turns zero waste pilot program into business

Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra conductor Miguel Harth-Bedoya is known to wax poetic about his favorite composers during concerts. But lately there's a new topic you'll hear the extroverted orchestra leader proselytizing about, one that his fans couldn't have foreseen: compost.
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