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Did Monsanto Write Malawi’s Seed Policy?
Malawi’s new draft seed policy, crafted in part by a Monsanto official, defines ‘seed’ as one that is quality certified, overriding the common cultural understanding of the term seed, and preventing local farmers from selling or displaying farm-saved seed at local seed fairs.
Kiss the Ground Releases The Compost Story With a Celebrity Cast
On May 7, 2017, Kiss the Ground released The Compost Story, a short film about how composting can transform the planet by reducing landfills and improving the health of soils everywhere.
Listen: Danielle Nierenberg on the Real Reason for Our Disconnect with Food
Danielle Nierenberg talks about why corporatization is bigger than “Big Ag” on this week’s International Food Policy Research Institute’s Nourishing Millions podcast.
Esca Bona Conference Gathers Experts and Leaders to Tackle Big Food Access Issues
Carlotta Mast, Executive Director of Content and Insights at New Hope Network, discusses food access, food system change, and the importance of industry collaboration in preparation for Esca Bona 2017 in October.
Emily Bachman: “What does it mean to throw something away?”
Emily Bachman challenges us to think about what it actually means to throw something away. Where is “away” and how does our waste get there? What does “away” look, smell, and feel like, now and in the future?
Remembering Sam Dryden: Global Leader in Food Security and Agricultural Development
Global food security and agricultural development leader and advocate Sam Dryden has passed away at age 67.
Census of Agriculture 2017: Sign Up by June 30
The 2017 Census of Agriculture provides an opportunity for farmers and ranchers to influence the future of agriculture, including policies and budget priorities, by giving them a voice.
Trump’s Regulatory Rollback Could Reshape the Food System
President Trump’s budget proposal cuts SNAP and farmers’ insurance, and he’s talked about rolling back federal regulations. Food Tank talked to experts to figure out what effect the Trump Administration might have on federal food policy.
Six Simple Ways to Preserve Summer’s Bounty
Savor the season and preserve summer’s bounty of fresh, flavorful produce with these six simple food preservation techniques.
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Diane Brady: “The only way to change the world is through partnerships “
In order to fix our food system, Diane Brady feels that more people must get involved in the process of creating food—from growing it to preparing it.
Karl Deily: "There are lots of ways to minimize food waste, and it starts with each of us"
Karl Deily, President and Executive Office of Food Care, Sealed Air’s food and beverage packing business, explains the science behind food packaging and the research that goes into protecting and merchandising food products.
Healthy Food: the New Nextdoor Neighbor
Young Female Farmers Mobile Produce uses food to unify communities, cutting across age, income, and cultural differences.
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