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Sound Consumer, September 2023

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Letters to the Editor

Edible produce coating • Compostable chocolate wrapper • Plastic-free zone? • Bulk goods ingredients • Grass-fed beef • Animal-based foods • A heartening model

Edible produce coating • Compostable chocolate wrapper • Plastic-free zone? • Bulk goods ingredients • Grass-fed beef • Animal-based foods • A heartening model

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Pie-baking and the Bliss Point

Kate Lebo, author of the book “Pie School,” shares inspiration in this pie-baking essay and recipes for rewarding fall baking.

Kate Lebo, author of the book “Pie School,” shares inspiration in this pie-baking essay and recipes for rewarding fall baking.

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News bites

Sweetener guidelines • New apple variety • Shading salmon streams • Oregon fish and wildlife • Meat labeling terms • Food business incubator • Organic Trade Association • Gluten-free bread [...]

Sweetener guidelines • New apple variety • Shading salmon streams • Oregon fish and wildlife • Meat labeling terms • Food business incubator • Organic Trade Association • Gluten-free bread [...]

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What’s new in the Dirty Dozen

See the latest “Dirty Dozen” and “Clean 15” lists of conventional fruits and vegetables that show the highest and lowest levels of pesticide residues.

See the latest “Dirty Dozen” and “Clean 15” lists of conventional fruits and vegetables that show the highest and lowest levels of pesticide residues.

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PCC Customer Service Stars

Meet Jake Cappleman from the Ballard PCC, Stephanie Gil from the Central District PCC and Manuel Canul Ramos from the Bellevue PCC!

Meet Jake Cappleman from the Ballard PCC, Stephanie Gil from the Central District PCC and Manuel Canul Ramos from the Bellevue PCC!

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The benefits of being a PCC member

A PCC membership is a one-time fee of $60. Learn about the benefits of being a PCC member including member offers, events, and partner discounts.

A PCC membership is a one-time fee of $60. Learn about the benefits of being a PCC member including member offers, events, and partner discounts.