Mostly from the media, including television and radio reports, newspapers, magazines, and online services. These sources are convenient and part of our daily lives. Standards of excellence in reporting and investigation exist. However, some news coverage is exaggerated, studies or experts are sometimes quoted incorrectly, or their information is taken out of context. News reports, sound bites, and captions can fail to tell the entire story about how the food industry provides our nutrition and nourishment.
Consumers wield ultimate power in the business of agriculture.
We need to be proactive about seeking the real story. Finally, treat new claims and declarations with a little dose of skepticism, especially if they are contrary to conventional wisdom. We owe it to ourselves to be critical consumers of food information.