Study finds US households, especially in rural areas, increasingly shop at dollar stores for food

An agribusiness expert explains the role dollar stores play in US communities.

Sustainable labeling — and information — stimulate a higher willingness to pay among coffee drinkers

Are consumers willing to pay more for sustainably grown coffee? And if so, why? New research found that people's motivations for being willing to pay more were mixed, but buying a sustainable product because it makes them feel good about themselves was the surprise front-runner.

High cost of food has shoppers changing their spending habits

What many are stocking up on at the grocery store looks a lot different these days.

Are dollar stores the villains they've been made out to be?

As more and more of the stores open, it's important to understand their impact on diets and local economies — and also the unique position they are in to help solve problems in our food systems.

Affordable health insurance still a barrier to preserving US farm businesses

An ASU agribusiness professor and fellow researchers wanted to see if the amount of farm families' off-farm work changed with the Affordable Care Act of 2009, which offers subsidies to make health insurance premiums more affordable for workers who don't have employer-sponsored insurance.

What drives consumers to purchase healthy foods?

Assistant Professor Lauren Chenarides at the Morrison School of Agribusiness, along with other agricultural economists, examined the stumbling blocks people with low incomes face when shopping for nutritious food.

Have a seat for chair yoga before class

Over the years, Associate Professor Carola Grebitus saw increasing numbers of students dealing with anxiety. When her yoga hobby grew into wanting to train others in the calming practice, she found a ready audience.

Just breathe: Wellness workshops address stress

Yoga and meditation help Arizona State University faculty and students prepare for the challenges of returning to campus.

How the California megadrought is affecting food prices

California's multibillion-dollar agriculture industry is in serious trouble due to the drought. And you'll be paying for it at the grocery store.

2021's best barbecue cities in America

There are cities that cook barbecue, and there are barbecue cities. So which are the Best BBQ Cities in America?