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Is it Possible to Talk About All Things Food in One Day? We’re Doing it Next Week!

Food Tank’s annual All Things Food Summit at SXSW will feature 60+ speakers, talks, film viewings, live performance, sky tours led by NASA, and more.

Remembering Joyce Nierenberg

Food Tank President Danielle Nierenberg remembers the life of her mother, Joyce Nierenberg.

Cultivate Food Sovereignty in Your Home Garden with these Resources

These books offer tips and inspiration for anyone looking to get their hands in the dirt and grow their own food.

Good Food Policy Can Be Our Love Letter to the Next Generation

Last year, Food Tank held two Summits tied to the National Strategy, and we have several more coming up this year to get into the nitty-gritty of building a better food system.

We Can’t Achieve Food Justice if We Don’t Prioritize Soil Health

There’s so much that each of us can do to build a stronger foundation for the world’s food and agriculture systems.

These 20 Books Are Your Guide to the Past, Present, and Future of Food and Ag

These books are starting points to explore new topics and go down new pathways as you deepen your understanding of food and agriculture.

See What Food Tank Has Planned for 2024!

Here is a sneak peek of some incredible programming and ways you can join us!

Why Does the Food System Produce $13 Trillion in Unaccounted-For Costs?

The impact of global food systems on human health, biodiversity, animal welfare, waterways aren’t always reflected on a price tag. But those costs add up.

17 Organizations Helping Revive Restaurants

These organizations are working to revive restaurants for short and long-term success.

Becoming a Citizen Eater

To be a citizen eater, a person must not only votes with their fork, but with their vote, to create the kind of food system they want to see.

36 Organizations Helping Solve the Climate Crisis

These 36 organizations can connect you to climate solutions, no matter if you’re already a climate activist or someone who wants to learn more.

12 Organizations Creating Food Products From Upcycled Food Waste

With 1.3 billion tonnes of edible food being wasted globally, these 12 organizations are working to use food waste to create new food products.

24 LGBTQ+ Farms and Organizations Celebrating Community Through Food and Agriculture

The LGBTQ+ farmers and collectives on this running list are creating supportive spaces for themselves and other members of the queer community, keeping agricultural traditions alive, and honoring the land.

This Essay Collection is a Roadmap Toward A Healthier Post-COVID Food System

The essay collection in the journal Agriculture and Human Values, which Food Tank was honored to help organize along with many other brilliant food system experts, is available for everyone to read for free.

23 Individuals and Organizations Building Stronger Black Communities and Food Systems

It’s time for people of all backgrounds to call for an end to racist and hateful violence. These organizations and individuals represent just a portion of the efforts underway to fight racism and inequality and to build stronger Black communities and food systems.

15 Indigenous Crops to Boost Your Immune System and Celebrate Biodiversity

Indigenous crops that are rich in nutrients like vitamins C and D, zinc, and iron can boost immune systems as well as the planet’s biodiversity—improving resilience to climate change, rebuilding soils, and supporting wildlife.

17 Organizations Providing Emergency Food Relief to Native Communities During COVID-19

In response to COVID-19, organizations across the U.S. are mobilizing volunteers and raising funds to ensure that Indigenous peoples have the food and supplies they need.

10 Inspiring Discussions on Improving the Post-COVID Food System From Food Talk Live

Each weekday during the COVID-19 pandemic, farmers, chefs, and other experts have joined Danielle Nierenberg on Food Talk Live to discuss the most pressing issues in the food system. These 10 conversations outline a hopeful and inspiring way forward for global food and agriculture.

Amid Difficult COVID-19 News from Around the World, There’s Hope in the Food System

The news of COVID-19’s impact on farmers, chefs, food service workers, and people who are food insecure around the world has been devastating. Food Tank President Danielle Nierenberg shares why she sees hope in the food system this week.

Support These 50+ Organizations Helping Restaurants, Workers, and Farmers Survive COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic has hurt everyone in the food system, from farmers to restaurant servers to hungry students. Here is a running list of organizations you can support with donations of money, food, and your volunteer time.

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