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5 ways to market rejected produce on the menu

 By Patricia Cobe on Jul. 21, 2016

Vegetable scraps and imperfect produce are getting creative menu treatments rather than being tossed into the trash.

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Some NYC venues now required to recycle food waste

By Simedar Jackson on Jul. 20, 2016

The new rules apply to hotel restaurants, arenas and stadiums.

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Show me the sustainability

By Dana Moran on Jul. 19, 2016

Deputy Editor Dana Moran, FoodService Director's designated green nerd, observes ways the National Restaurant Association Show could've upped its sustainability game.

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Farm-to-table and beyond

By Alaina Lancaster on Jul. 19, 2016

Since the farm-to-table movement has caught noncommercial attention during the past decade, operators have broadened agricultural collaborations outside of supply.

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Use in-house branding

Jul. 19, 2016

Savor at McCormick Place developed the Green Thumb brand for menu items featuring its rooftop bounty. The brand is promoted alongside a green certification.

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How to implement a vegan menu

By FSD Staff on Jul. 19, 2016

Kayla Webb, executive chef at Muse School, has transitioned the private K-12 day school in Calabasas, Calif., to an entirely vegan menu over a three-year period.

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UVa teams up with nonprofit for healthier dining options

By Simedar Jackson on Jun. 21, 2016

A new initiative brings locally grown greens to students for less.

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Cut food waste by incorporating excess ingredients

Jun. 15, 2016

Penn State University dining reduced food costs by designing menus to utilize cast-offs, resulting in the total utilization of a product instead of waste.

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Reduce waste with proper ordering, storage

By John Morell on Jun. 15, 2016

Despite the large amount of produce used at the entirely vegan Muse School in Calabasas, Calif., the great majority is consumed, and there is little spoilage.

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Easier local sourcing could be on docket for NY schools

By FSD Staff on Jun. 13, 2016

Per a new law, the state's school districts will be able to work more directly with farmers when purchasing locally grown items.

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