Ecological intensification of agriculture allows farmers to achieve high yields from limited land without degrading the natural environment.
Peliti Festival Celebrates Freedom of Seeds, Food, and Earth
Peliti, a prominent seed conservation group in Greece, recently hosted a Worldwide Meeting For the Freedom of Seeds, Food, and Earth.
Farmer Spotlight: Jennifer Long Escalated Her Backyard Garden Into A Full-Fledged Farm
Food Tank spotlights Jennifer and Bruce Long, organic farmers in Biolley, Puntarenas Costa Rica.
Educating their Grandchildren, One Harvest at a Time
Improved harvests have allowed Paul and Alice Barasa to plan for the future.
World Health Organization Study Proves Need for Regulation of Fast Food Industries
With more health problems being linked to the success of fast food companies, the role of government is being questioned.
Growing Ideas: Projects Work to Spread Agricultural Innovations
Scientific Animations Without Borders and the SANREM knowledgebase are implementing creative approaches to spreading new ideas and technologies in agriculture.
Farming Pioneer Joel Salatin’s Secrets to Reconnecting with Your Food
Polyface Farm is simple in its complexity. By working with nature, Joel Salatin has had a positive impact on the food chain.
34 Indigenous Crops Promoting Health and Feeding the World
Food Tank has compiled a list of indigenous fruits, vegetables, and grains that are nutritious, delicious, and contribute to sustainable livelihoods.
12 College Campuses Leading the Way for Sustainable Dining
These university dining halls are striving to be sustainable by serving locally sourced food to their students, staff and faculty.
MyFood30: Growing Tomorrow’s Food Leaders
MyFood30 launched a 50 day campaign to hear young people’s views on the future of agri-food systems.
Growing Farmers Around the Globe
Training new farmers is key to feeding the world. These educational programs are up to the task.
The EAT Initiative to Host Event ‘Achieving Sustainable Nutrition Security for All’
The EAT Initiative will host event focused on sustainable nutrition security to coincide with the UN Summit and UN General Assembly.
Milk With Dignity: Farmworkers Reach Important Agreement with Ben & Jerry’s
Farmworkers that provide labor for Vermont’s dairy farms reached a critical step in the Milk With Dignity campaign.
Small-Scale Farming to Stop Cocaine Production
As Colombia halts its aerial spraying program, the alternative development programs look to turn farmers towards legal agriculture.
Taste Education helps Edible Insects Attract Consumers
Taste education helps shift eaters from seeing insects as a “pest” to “potential” in sustainable food and agricultural systems.
Kuli Kuli Brings Nutrition to West Africa by Bringing Moringa to America
Kuli Kuli harnesses the power of superfood “moringa” to bring cross-national nutrition to those in need.
World Leaders to Seek Global Warming Solutions at COP 21
Global climate discussions will take place later this year in Paris, France, at COP 21.
Recipes for Change: Chefs Feature Ingredients from Small Farmers Adapting to Climate Change
Chefs and farmers are working together in the developing world to adapt to a changing climate and create unique #RecipesForChange.
Exploring The MEANS Database: An Interview with World Food Prize Youth Institute Alum Maria Rose
World Food Prize alum Maria Rose has a powerful new project that aims to connect food to those in need.
James Beard Foundation Announces Sixth Annual Conference
The James Beard Foundation announces its sixth annual conference: Rethinking the Future of Food.
