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	Congressman Earl Blumenauer 20 minutes Join Congressman Earl Blumenauer(OR-3) in a fascinating and candid conversation about the relevance of the federal Farm Bill. David McIntyre, Director of Natural Epicurean’s Portland campus, recently spoke with Rep. Blumenauer, a national leader on Farm Bill reform and advocate for a fair food system, about the Congressman’s work, and how the farm bill relates to our health and the health of the environment. Rep. Blumenauer speaks knowledgably and passionately about the role of policy in helping farmers grow healthful foods, empowering people to access healthful foods, and the power of cooking at home. For additional information on Congressman Blumenauer click here. Click here to view webinar
	Anita Yap Anita Yap 21 Minutes Portland, Oregon is often cited as one of America’s most desirable cities, and food is nearly always a part of this assessment. Portland is praised for its restaurant scene and bountiful produce, but also its land-use policies and progressive approach to food policy. Join David McIntyre, Director of Natural Epicurean’s Portland campus as he talks with Anita Yap, Urban Planner, community organizer, and food policy expert, for a discussion on the current state of affairs around healthy communities, food access, obesity, diabetes, urban agriculture and the role of plant-based diets in social justice in the Portland region. Click here to view webinar
	Food, Culture and Health: Trends & Opportunities for Culinary Professionals Ken Rubin 45 minutes Join Chef Ken Rubin, a seasoned authority with over 15 years of experience in the culinary, hospitality, and food service industry, as he explores the anthropology of food from a health and wellness perspective as it relates to careers for culinary professionals. Learn about recent changes in how people perceive food, especially healthy foods, and look at current food trends with regard to the health and wellness landscape. Understand more about the increasing affinity consumers have toward health and wellness products and the impact rising healthcare costs, the economy, and alternative healthcare practices have had over the past couple of years. Explore the story of health food from sourcing to eating to sharing it and get answers to your questions about emerging trends and opportunities in the natural and health foods industry. Click here to view webinar
	Sneak Peek into Careers for Natural Foods Chefs Amy Ramm 1 hour No longer a fringe movement, natural foods, health, wellness and sustainability are impacting every aspect of consumers' lives. With the interest and focus on healthy eating becoming more mainstream, the job market for natural foods chefs is expanding. Join Amy Ramm, Student Services Director for the Natural Epicurean Academy of Culinary Arts in Austin, Texas and founder of NadaMoo! dairy-free frozen dessert, to learn more about careers in natural foods. Find out what graduates of the Natural Epicurean Academy of Culinary Arts are doing and get answers to your questions about this growing industry. Click here to view webinar