United States Congresswoman Chellie Pingree ’79 is named in Bon Appétit Magazine as one of the seven most influential people for the future of food. By Belle Cushing - Bon Appétit US Congresswoman Chellie Pingree ’79 is featured in Bon Appétit Magazine.Credit: Bon Appetit Chellie Pingree, U.S. Rep., Maine’s 1st District The representative advocates for small farmers, fishermen, and chefs. Her latest bill on food waste calls for a rewrite of sell-by dates and new tax credits to redirect unsold produce. Up next: Negotiations on the 2018 Farm Bill. Read more… alumni politics food compost farming and food systems waste Related: Chellie Pingree The Life of a Young Artisanal BreadmakerFarming & Food Systems Save & Share: Twitter Facebook Email Copy Link