A spotlight on the Women’s Farm and Forestry Alliance, a new program committed to using web-based modules to train women farm finances.
Farmers Market Customers Will Benefit from New Mobile Market+ App
Mobile Market+, a product of the Novo Dia Group, aims to streamline various revenue sources through one device and application at farmers markets.
Food Hero: Juan Almeida, Founder of dosmargaritas, Develops Nutrient-Rich Snack Brand
Juan Almeida, founder of dosmargaritas functional foods, is working to create a nutrient-rich food brand to fight hunger and malnutrition in the Andes region.
Indigenous Crop: Yellow Dock, Medicine Masquerading as Weed
Yellow dock is seen as a common weed in many people’s backyards, but Haida First Nations have been using it as medicine for centuries.
The Lunchbox Fund Converts Foodie Photos to School Lunches
The Lunchbox Fund uses a new app, Feedie, to tap into the foodie photo market for the benefit of undernourished children in South Africa.
International Year of Family Farming: Seeds for Women Farmers Key to Food Security
La Via Campesina has launched a global campaign aimed at defending the survival of traditional seeds as well as guaranteeing food sovereignty worldwide.
Innovation for Sustainability: With More Food and Less Water, SRI Could Revolutionize Farming
The System of Rice Intensification provides a possible sustainable food production solution, increasing rice yields while decreasing agricultural inputs.
The Trestle Group Foundation Builds Better Opportunities for Women Entrepreneurs
By pairing women entrepreneurs in developing economies with leading business professionals, The Trestle Group Foundation fosters growth and innovation.
Conflict and Agriculture
In honor of the United State’s Veterans Day; highlighting 13 veteran and refugee agriculture projects across the world that are helping to heal wounds of war.
“Unsung Heroes” of Nutrition Honored at SUN Movement Global Gathering
The Scaling Up Nutrition Champions attended the SUN Movement Global Gathering in the company of many other nutrition heroes.
Indonesia Organic: A Virtual Organic Food Hub
Indonesia Organic is a virtual hub for the promotion and development of organic agricultural sector in Indonesia.
10 Agriculture Projects in New York City That Can’t Be Missed
Urban agriculture projects are popping up all over New York City! These ten urban farms and community gardens are not to be missed.
Growing Better Health
By bringing agricultural solutions into the clinical treatment of malnutrition, Gardens for Health International ensures long-term food security.
Project Fights Agriculture Illiteracy Through Multi-Platform Approach
How Does It Grow? fights agricultural illiteracy by teaching students about fruits and vegetables, one at a time.
Family Farmers the Key to Better Food in Schools
A U.N. Food and Agriculture Organization study finds that there is greater support for school lunch programs in South America.
Three Ways Healthy Food Choices Help Save the Planet
Healthier eating habits can have significant environmental benefits – find out how!
Amaranth Lauded As Obesity-Fighting, Nutrition-Building Grain
Amaranth has been promoted as an important food for combating obesity, particularly in Mexico, where the grain has its origins.
Geeks and Agriculture Lovers Unite!
The GCARD2 Social Reporting Team is at the root of an ever-growing organic movement.
Is Obesity Contributing to Global Warming? Recent Studies Share Surprising Results
Obesity is known to have negative consequences for human health, but recent studies suggest that it can be just as detrimental to the planet.
Food Tank Book of the Week: Salt, Sugar, Fat: How the Food Giants Hooked Us by Michael Moss
Michael Moss reveals the truth behind the processed food industry in his book, Salt, Sugar, Fat: How the Food Giants Hooked Us.
