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# Collegiate EcoGastronomy Programs
University of New Hampshire Course Will Go From Farm to Fork

By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2009-02-10 | Eco
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecogastronomy-university-of-new-hampshire
References: [treehugger](http://www.treehugger.com/files/2009/02/eco-gastronomy-major.php) & [unh.edu](http://www.unh.edu/ecogastronomy/)

The [University of New Hampshire's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ag-literacy) vanguard EcoGastronomy Program nourishes the minds of environmentally-conscious students who are passionate about [sustainable food practices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/educational-program). Part of the curriculum involves visiting farms and working within greenhouses, but the apex of the major is a trip to the [University of Gastronomical Sciences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/university-of-sunderland) in Italy.

Courses offered within the EcoGastronomy Program at the University of New Hampshire include "Sustainable Food Production," "Nutrition in Health and Well Being" and "Food and Society." I can't think of a better way to foster interest in local, organic food and simultaneously inspire more widespread sustainable farming practices.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 2.2/10
- Popularity: 4% | Activity: 54% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe

## Categories

[Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco)

## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Ecogastronomy Education Programs:** As more universities adopt eco-friendly practices, innovative educational programs in sustainable food production and environmental management are emerging.
- **Sustainable Agriculture:** As awareness grows about the negative impact of industrial agriculture, innovation in sustainable farming practices like food waste reduction, soil health management, and energy-efficient technologies continues to expand.
- **Farm-to-table Movement:** As consumers demand greater transparency and local sourcing in their food supply, there is an opportunity for businesses to invest in sustainable agriculture and distribution networks to support the farm-to-table movement.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Higher Education:** Educational institutions can invest in eco-gastronomy and sustainable agriculture programs to educate the next generation of environmentally-concerned leaders and entrepreneurs.
- **Food Production and Distribution:** Businesses in the food industry can invest in sustainable agriculture and distribution networks to meet the growing demand for locally-sourced and environmentally-friendly food products.
- **Environmental Management:** As companies and governments look to improve their environmental impact, professionals with expertise in sustainable agriculture and food systems can bring valuable knowledge and insights to develop and implement effective strategies.

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