While climate change poses a serious threat to farming all over the world, I’m mostly feeling hopeful about—and invigorated by—the future of agriculture.
Growing Greener Cities Series Shares Research and Innovations in Urban Food Systems
The Landscapes for People, Food, and Nature Initiative highlights innovations and research that improve the relationship between urban areas and agriculture.
USDA Updates National Farmers Market Directory for National Farmers Market Week
The USDA’s National Farmers Market Directory now lists 8,144 markets, up from 5,000 in 2008.
Family Farming is the Key to Alleviating Hunger and Poverty
Food Tank and FAO are highlighting effective ways to provide family farmers with the tools they need to really nourish the world.
National Student Food Summit 2013: Food System Change Begins with Students
Guest author Alex Kucharski of Meal Exchange details the upcoming National Student Food Summit.
U.S. Hispanics Buy More Groceries At Convenience Stores Than Non-Hispanics, Study Finds
Recent studies reveal that Hispanics in the United States are more likely to grocery shop at convenience stores than other demographics.
Food Hero: Janie Simms Hipp, Founder of the Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative
This guest post from Isthmus & Strait’s Kelsey Jones-Casey interviews Janie Simms Hipp, founder of the Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative.
Thought for Food Challenge Finalist: Team Foodisclosure
Can a small LED light offer a big contribution to food security?
Restaurant Workers Fight for Fair Wages: An Interview with Jazmin Curiel, Member of ROC-Chicago
Restaurant workers are paid low wages, seldom receive employee benefits, and are rarely offered raises or promotions.
Thought for Food Challenge Finalist: Team CrOpportunity
Would you choose food with a “certified food secure” label?
