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By giving gifts of livestock - chicken, sheep, llamas, honeybees - the non-profit organization Heifer helps families in need to become self-reliant in 128 countries.

Go local? Fresh, a frozen supermarket bird? Organic? Kosher? Natural, free-range or free-roaming? It's enough to make you eat ham instead. Deciphering the choices.

Find out your mixed breed dog's heritage through new genetic testing now available to the public.

Honest, Straightforward, Patient - Traits attributed to people born under the sign of the pig. These are the characteristics of this exquisite pork derived from the herit

Chefs of "molecular gastronomy" (many of whom eschew the term) are broadcasting their annual gathering from the heart of the movement - San Sebastián, Spain.

Sustainable agriculture is becoming a priority for consumers, opening a niche market for small scale farming. Preserving heritage breeds keeps the gene pool viable.

Link is a good name for a chef that makes sausages, oui? Add to that Link's Cajun roots, his mastery of all things pork, the success of Cochon Butcher seems certain.

Butchery is experiencing a renaissance these days. With the recession digging in its heels, the trend could not have come at a better time. Reach back for a recipe.

The Golden Clog Award, The James Beard Foundation (Best New Restaurant in 2007); New Orleans Magazine (Stryljewski Best New Chef 2007); The New York Times...

Hickory smoked ham brings old foodways to new foodies; and Americana to your holiday table. Benton's uses salt, sugar, smoke and time to preserve ham and traditions.

A satisfying, warm braised dish that uses the most flavourful Berkshire pork shoulder as its base. Ideal cold weather comfort food!

A guide to making green, healthful and sustainable food choices during the holiday season.

The difference between an old-fashioned heritage turkey and those big Butterball birds lies in genetics.

The difference between an old-fashioned heritage turkey and those big Butterball birds lies in genetics.

Not all free range turkeys are equal. Learning about the differences in turkey production methods can help you put a more flavorful turkey on the holiday table this year.

Turkey is a holiday tradition in many American households going back to the days of the Pilgrims. Now there is an important difference as to how the bird is raised.

Move over LBD, Black foods are the new classic. Adding drama like the Little Black Dress, they also pack a nutritional punch to make carrots green with envy.

Joining the black food trend is this new Korean import: Black Garlic. So intriguing and delicious, this "new" food is likely to become a pantry staple.

Buffalo is making a comeback from near extinction. Rediscover the original red meat. Low-fat, grass- fed, sustainable bison. Dinner's served!

A number of equine breeds across the globe are struggling to survive. Read about some of our most precious, beautiful and threatened horses and ponies.