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James McWilliams

James McWilliams

James McWilliams is an associate professor of history at Texas State University, San Marcos, and author of Just Food: Where Locavores Get It Wrong and How We Can Truly Eat Responsibly.

The Real Value of Organic Food

The Real Value of Organic Food

Arguing over the nutritional value of organics misses the point: the movement was never about numbers.… More »

Funding the Future of Organic Farming

Venture capital firms look to "clean tech" as the new industry for their dollars. Will farming get a piece of the pie?… More »

The Hangover Cure With a Catch

The Hangover Cure With a Catch

A scientist has a way to remove the headache-causing properties from many wines. But there is a catch: it's made with genetically modified yeast. Why this new development could pave the way for widespread labeling of genetically modified products.… More »

The Mystery of Spain's Sublime Ham

Food-lovers have long praised Jamon Iberico as a sustainable, humane way to eat ham. But the pigs that go into this prized ham may not be as happy or well-fed as its many fans think. Welcome to the world of trying to figure out how food is made.… More »

Is Free-Range Pork Really Riskier?

Is Free-Range Pork Really Riskier?

A controversial New York Times column argued free-range pork has a significantly higher risk of carrying some very dangerous diseases. Reaction was sharp and immediate. Here, the author defends himself from his critics--and explains his funding.… More »

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