A new television series debuting on PBS in the spring will take a close look at the culture of rural America through a culinary lens.
American Farmland Trust recently announced it will sponsor “America the Bountiful,” which will be hosted by Capri Cafaro, a TV personality, cookbook author and podcast host.
“So much of food television today focuses its lens on celebrity chefs and big city restaurants,” the show's website notes. “Our series shines a spotlight on the vibrant, untold food stories hidden in rural and small-town America.” The episodes will “explore the personal, emotionally moving chronicles of farmers, artisans, restaurateurs” and others by exploring their food and how it is produced.
AFT President and CEO John Piotti said the show will reach an “audience of engaged and committed conservationists, farmers, and food lovers across the country.”
“We’re excited to amplify the great stories from 'America the Bountiful' with our supporters to further educate about the importance of farmland protection, sound agriculture practices, and resilient food systems,” he said in a statement.
AFT also believes the show will lead to more discussions about policy on the state and local levels regarding these issues.
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“I cannot think of a more fitting partner for our program than American Farmland Trust,” Cafaro said. “It is our objective to capture stories that celebrate American farmers, acknowledge the importance of agriculture, and help educate audiences about where their food comes from. We are honored to have the support of an organization that holds shared values.”
Thirteen episodes of “America the Bountiful" are expected to premiere next year.
Similar programming already exists in California. California Bountiful TV and magazine connect you to the food you eat, the farmers and ranchers who grow and raise it, and the lifestyles that make California bountiful," according to host California Farm Bureau.
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