New video from NutritionFacts.org highlights CLF research showing veterinary drug residues in seafood can pose risks. FDA finds that about 1 in 10 imported shrimp shipments exceed safe drug residue levels, yet only 1 in 1,000 shipments are tested. nutritionfacts.org/video/is-shr...

Spoiler Alert! Have you tried today’s @nytimes.com Connections? Swing by the @meatlessmonday.bsky.social Meatless Monday Resource Center for a friendly hint: meatlessmonday.publichealth.jhu.edu

CLF researchers at JHU’s #Sustainability Symposium shared what motivates Americans’ food choices: price first, then taste and health. clf.jhsph.edu/stories/sear...

CLF’s Patti Truant Anderson breaks down the updated Dietary Guidelines: protein guidance shifted toward animal sources against expert advice, mixed signals on saturated fat, and little emphasis on Americans’ chronic fiber shortfall. www.consultant360.com/qas/evaluati...

Episode 29 of Unconfined — Reginaldo Haslett-Marroquin reflects on the intersection of the food system and federal immigration enforcement in Minnesota. Read and listen: clf.jhsph.edu/unconfined-p...

Manure-to-energy project touted as climate fix emits thousands of tons of methane A Wisconsin project dubbed the “world’s largest manure biogas project” emits nearly 5,000 metric tons of climate-warming methane annually, roughly equivalent to emissions from 30,000 gasoline-powered vehicles, according to state data that adds to concerns about the impacts of large-scale manure digesters.

Manure digesters are booming. CLF’s Brent Kim says they “are not the climate solution they’re touted to be,” noting they address only part of livestock GHG emissions and may introduce new air pollutants.
www.thenewlede.org/2026/03/manu...

These are the kinds of proteins that are better for you Two-thirds of Americans’ daily protein already comes from meat

Most Americans were already getting plenty of protein before the recent dietary guidelines update. CLF’s Daphene Altema-Johnson says the food system — along with cultural messaging that favors meat, convenience and low cost — shapes those choices.
www.the-independent.com/life-style/h...

How to Choose Between Farmed and Wild Seafood​ How nutrition differs across seafood types, whether you need to worry about mercury and why experts say choosing responsibly sourced options matters most

Confused about farm‑raised vs. wild seafood? “The number one thing you can look for is sustainability labels on the package of retail seafood for approval from the Marine Stewardship Council or the Aquaculture Stewardship Council,” says CLF’s Dave Love.
www.aarp.org/health/healt...

America’s Protein Obsession, Explained | Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Most Americans get plenty of protein—but under-consume other important nutrients.

Seafood is “the only natural source of long-chain omega-3 fatty acids” which are crucial for brain and heart health and difficult for the body to synthesize efficiently from plant sources, says CLF’s @andrewtl.bsky.social publichealth.jhu.edu/2026/america... @johnshopkinssph.bsky.social

In the new episode of Unconfined, CLF’s Tom Philpott reflects on a story he wrote about the possible connection between rising cancer rates in Iowa and industrial food animal production. clf.jhsph.edu/corn-belts-t...

Meet Elizabeth Myong, KERA’s Arts Collaborative Reporter/Producer, and a participant in our Food Systems and Public Health Fellowship for Journalists. CLF is accepting applications now for our 2026-2027 cohort. clf.jhsph.edu/about-us/new...

Last year brought about several new food trends that influenced the diets of many, particularly young and middle-aged adults. clf.jhsph.edu/viewpoints/f...

Maryland bill on chicken house permit draws environmentalists' concern - Maryland Matters Maryland bill to allow construction to begin on chicken houses before a permit is issued draws environmentalists' concern

Maryland officials are backing a bill to allow chicken growers to construct new poultry houses despite permit delays. CLF’s Patti Truant Anderson stated, “This is a temporary problem that can be solved without permanently weakening oversight.” marylandmatters.org/2026/02/13/m...

The winter issue of The CLF Quarterly is here. Check it out - and be sure to subscribe! https://ow.ly/sWgp50YerFi

Using a Racial or Social Equity Framework Contributes to Food Policy Councils’ Efforts in Addressing Food System Inequities

New Study! Researchers at CLF analyze food policy councils’ use of racial & social #equity frameworks during #COVID19. clf.jhsph.edu/about-us/new...

CLF’s Patti Anderson reflects on the newly released Dietary Guidelines for Americans and the recent CLF survey about them. clf.jhsph.edu/viewpoints/w... #DietaryGuidelines

APPLY NOW! CLF is accepting applications for the 2026-2027 cohort of the Food Systems and Public Health Fellowship for Journalists.The application period is open now and closes on March 1, 2026. clf.jhsph.edu/about-us/new...

In a new Op-Ed in @thehill.com , CLF’s Daphene Altema-Johnson, @andrewtl.bsky.social & @ptand.bsky.social discuss how the 2025 Dietary Guidelines promote more meat & dairy—but what Americans really need is more fiber, which comes from foods like legumes. thehill.com/opinion/heal...

Check out Episode 27 of #Unconfined! CLF experts Daphene Altema-Johnson and Patti Truant Anderson delve into RFK Jr.’s new dietary guidelines. Don’t miss it! clf.jhsph.edu/unconfined-p...

What DC-area physicians think about RFK’s new food pyramid - WTOP News Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. recently unveiled a new food pyramid that prioritized proteins and healthy fats. WTOP talked with a local nutritionist and a physician about ...

CLF's Patti Truant Anderson welcomes the new food pyramid's focus on whole foods but is concerned about the emphasis on protein & meat. She advises consumers to balance protein intake & saturated fat through plant-based & seafood options. wtop.com/health-fitne...

The updated 2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans were released this week! In a survey fielded ahead of the release, CLF asked Americans about their opinions and knowledge of the #DietaryGuidelines. Learn more: clf.jhsph.edu/sites/defaul... #Nutrition

New US Dietary Guidelines Are Heavy on Meat and Carbon Emissions The inverted food pyramid encourages Americans to eat meat and dairy products for higher protein intake.

The updated #DietaryGuidelines emphasize animal proteins, positioning plant-based options like beans and nuts as secondary. CLF’s Becky Ramsing warns this could lead to increased meat consumption, impacting food options in government institutions like schools.
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...

Meatless Monday promotes a shift in our food habits! By promoting a meat-free day each week, it highlights aspects of public health and climate awareness while showcasing plant-based options. www.slowfood.com/blog-and-news/the-impact...
#MeatlessMonday

CLF’s Patti Truant Anderson, MPH, PHD discusses potential changes to the upcoming  #DietaryGuidelines, including a shift towards more saturated fats despite health risks and more meat over plant-based proteins. What are your thoughts? #CLFExpert

Climate Menu Labels May Effectively Shift Consumer Behaviors Toward Climate-Friendly Food According to a new study led by researchers at the Johns Hopkins Center for a Livable Future (CLF), labels placed on food items that indicate climate impact can serve as a tool to shift consumer behavior toward more climate-friendly food and to reduce consumption of high-generating greenhouse gas emission food, such as red meat.

A student-led study by CLF-Lerner Fellows and staff confirms that placing climate labels on menus may result in consumers making more climate-friendly choices.
https://ow.ly/3Aww50XL8YE

"Industrial agriculture has redefined efficiency as separation," said Jessica Culpepper at the Johns Hopkins Center for a Livable Future's 22nd Annual Lecture. clf.jhsph.edu/about-us/events/dodge-le...

Join us in the year ahead as we work for healthy, just, equitable, and sustainable food systems for all.

In this episode of Unconfined, Brent Kim breaks down the pros (meh) and cons (many) of manure digesters and the expanding biogas industry, which has been billed as a climate solution, and to which Brent says, Nah. clf.jhsph.edu/unconfined-podcast/calli...

Thanksgiving and food safety: do's and don'ts David Love, PhD, MSPH, research professor at the Johns Hopkins Center for a Livable Future, shares how to safely prepare a Thanksgiving turkey and how long leftovers last after refrigeration.

Thanksgiving is a time for celebration, but it’s also crucial to keep food safety in mind! CLF’s Dave Love shares valuable insights on how to safely prepare your Thanksgiving turkey and manage leftovers. www.cbsnews.com/baltimore/vi...

How do manure digesters impact our rural communities? Check out our latest research, "Deconstructing the Livestock Manure Digester and Biogas Controversy" in Current Environmental Health Reports! clf.jhsph.edu/about-us/new...
#ManureDigesters