PA Women in Agriculture Network Tour
June 14, 2013
Join Pennsylvania's Women in Agriculture Network (PA-WAgN) for their annual tour of Rodale Institute. The event is geared specifically to women farmers, but is open to everyone. » Learn more...

Just the facts

A study claims insufficient evidence that organic food is healthier than conventional, but avoiding food sprayed with carcinogens still makes sense.

Latest tweet

"New to the Garden Store: Tea towels, netbook and e-book cosies–with tractor and dog designs!–glasses cases, fun... http://t.co/SS6cbSDpyo"
17 hours ago
{join the conversation}

Donate today!

When you donate to the Rodale Institute, you are supporting research, advocacy, education & organic farmers.

News and Views

Recipe for great growth

When it comes to growing food, it takes communities of microorganisms for true success in what Coach Mark Smallwood calls a “cake and cookies” process.


Farm Photo Friday: May 17, 2013

Enjoy a sneak peek at what’s going on here at Rodale Institute! Every Friday we’ll be sharing some snaps from our 333-acres in Kutztown, PA.


For the bees

The 2013 Honeybee Conservancy has a new physical arrangement and a whole new set of beds that include nectar plants and incorporate biodynamic principles.


Time to change the food safety debate

Think strong local food systems can improve our environment, communities and health? You should be concerned about the Food Safety Modernization Act.


Farm-to-glass

Locavores can now celebrate what is inside their glasses in addition to what is on their plates as the local food movement expands into the spirits community.