Cooking tips. Kitchen tricks. Those little time savers that can help any cook be successful in the kitchen. WTFCF is collecting these little tidbits of information from professional, amateur cooks and our readers. This list will be regularly updated and ever-growing,...
American Diets Have A Long Way To Go To Achieve Health Equity
A new study found that Americans are eating better, but disparities persist in marginalized communities. From Tufts University Poor diet continues to take a toll on American adults. It’s a major risk factor for obesity, type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and...
Another Sugar Substitute Linked To Increased Risk Of Heart Attack And Stroke By Cleveland Clinic-led Study
Xylitol is a common zero-calorie sweetener found in sugar-free candy and toothpaste.Cleveland Clinic researchers found higher amounts of the sugar alcohol xylitol are associated with increased risk of cardiovascular events like heart attack and stroke. The team,...
Buck Shuman, Respected Vidalia Onion Hall Of Fame Member’s Life Remembered And Honored
The Vidalia Onion Industry is honored to celebrate the remarkable life and enduring legacy of Mr. Buck Shuman. “Mr. Buck” Shuman was considered a true pioneer and esteemed Vidalia Onion Hall of Fame member. As the proprietor of Shuman Fertilizer, Inc., and later...
Forget The Ties — Celebrate Father’s Day With Food!
Father’s Day is a holiday honoring fathers and father figures for their contribution to their children’s lives. But, ironically, its roots are based in Mother’s Day and followed in the footsteps of the peace-and-reconciliation campaigns of the post-Civil War era. But...
Apply For The 2024 SEPC Nolan Family Foundation Scholarship — Deadline June 28, 2024!
The Southeast Produce Council is now accepting applications for the James & Theresa Nolan Family Foundation Scholarship. This scholarship was established to memorialize Jim Nolan, who took an ethical stand on a business matter at great cost to himself. As a result...
Healthy Living: The Mediterranean Diet Is More Than Just Food, It’s A Lifestyle
The renowned Mediterranean Diet, celebrated for its myriad benefits, has been rated as a top diet in the world for years. Recognizing the benefits of the foods included in the Mediterranean Diet, it’s important to broaden the understanding beyond its ingredients to...
SEPC To Host Community Resource Fair And Food Distribution June 21, 2024
DONATIONS & VOLUNTEERS ARE WELCOME!On June 21, in collaboration with Atrium Hospital, the Southeast Produce Council and Society of St. Andrew are hosting a Community Resource Fair where attendees can gather resources from different agencies tabling the event....
SEPC Announces 2024 Member Scholarship Recipients
The Southeast Produce Council is pleased to announce this year’s SEPC Member Scholarship recipients. They are proud to award 38 scholarships ($57,000) in 2024 thanks to the dedication of their members. Scholarships are awarded to applicants who meet the application...
Eating Disorder Symptoms Are Surprisingly Common In People With Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
One in four patients with insulin-dependent diabetes aged 16 years and older also exhibit some kind of eating disorder symptoms, according to a recent meta-analysis conducted at the University of Eastern Finland. In addition to typical eating disorder symptoms, such...










