Read on for an interview with Tyler DesRoches, Associate Professor in the School of Sustainability.

"As the weekend progressed, crisis emerged, and discontent for buzzwords persisted, many students grew more comfortable in their roles."

"Representing different agencies and stakeholders both within the USDA and outside the federal government, participants collaborated to shape a $1.25 billion budget proposal."

"As the Swette Center continues to engage in national conversations and projects around organic agriculture, attending the EcoFarm Conference and the Marbleseed Organic Farming Conference provided a valuable opportunity to listen, learn, and contribute to shaping what comes next."

"Their ability to step into unfamiliar roles, articulate opposing viewpoints, and engage in constructive dialogue showcased the kind of leadership that will soon be entering the workforce to help create a sustainable food system."

"What color is a lemon when it’s ripe? The answer may surprise you, but it’s actually green, not yellow. This fun fact was just one piece of knowledge shared by Mark Kuechel on a visit to his farm in Yuma, Arizona."

"Students debated the role of alternative proteins, the economic impact of ultra-processed foods on farmers, and the need for policies that balance public health goals with industry realities."

Read on for an interview with Rylie Lewis, Research Specialist, to explore her background in food systems, what she's currently working on, and her vision of food systems transformation.

"This three-day event demonstrated the power of collaboration and innovation in addressing urban farming challenges and underscored the value of storytelling in shaping policy outcomes."

"As one of the leaders in the inaugural Model USDA, I had the opportunity to witness students roleplay as various food policy decision-makers for the simulation’s Scenario C: Growing urban agriculture."

ASU Farm is not just about pulling weeds or attending lectures—it's about contributing to a vision that ties sustainability, education, and community together.

Read on for an interview with Allison (Allie) Lansman, Research Specialist, to explore her background in food systems, what she's currently working on, and her vision of food systems transformation.