Elena Seeley
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Elena Seeley is Food Tank's Content Director. She earned a BA in Biology from Grinnell College and an MA in Food Studies from New York University, where she focused on food policy and food-based social movements. Elena has worked with food justice nonprofit organizations, including WhyHunger and The People's Seed, and is passionate about promoting stories to help build a more equitable and sustainable food system.

Meeting the Moment: What the Organic Sector Needs to Sustain Growth

As demand for organic agriculture reaches new highs, experts say strategic support is needed to ensure farmers and markets can keep up.

Less Sugar, More Crunch: A New Report Reveals What Makes a Snack Truly Satisfying for Today’s Eaters

Today’s eaters are questioning the industrialized food system as they seek a deeper connection with the brands they support.

An Investment in Food Systems Is an Investment in Health

Food is Medicine programs, when designed effectively, can improve eaters’ health, support farmers, and advance nutrition equity.

Transforming Health Through Food: The Role of Education, Access, and Environment

Food is medicine and eating for health go beyond the doctor’s office—learn how equity and environment impact wellbeing.

Nourishing Communities, Advancing Health: Two Days of Dynamic Conversations

These two days of conversation will look at solutions that cultivate nourished, resilient communities.

Improving Access to Healthy Diets Is ‘Clearly Actionable’

Roughly one third of people in the world still can’t access a healthy diet, but there are solutions.

Food Tank’s Weekly News Roundup: What Tariffs Mean for Farmers, a Nutritionist’s Thoughts on MAHA, and the Strengthening of Indigenous Foodways

Catch up on food systems news from the last week and read about the latest updates on the trade war, what staffing cuts at FDA mean for public health, and a nutritionist’s thoughts on MAHA.

Where Culture Meets Resistance: Celebrating the Work of Black Women Chefs

Spelman College’s annual Food Justice Summit will center Black women chefs reframing culinary traditions as resistance and reclamation work.

The Future of Food Is Zero Waste—Are We Ready?

Stop Food Waste Day will highlight waste warriors, innovative solutions, and ways that all eaters can take action in their communities.

It’s Not Too Late to Protect Blue Food Systems

Blue food systems are at a crucial tipping point, but it’s not too late to make sustainability the norm.

USDA, FDA Seek Information on Importance of Standardized Food Date Labeling

A new toolkit is helping eaters voice their support for standardized food date labels.

These Crops Can Help Us Diversify the World’s Diet

Get to know some of the opportunity crops that can help us future-proof the food system.

Fair Wages, Safe Conditions: Expanding Farm Worker Protections through the Fair Food Program

The Fair Food Program is ensuring accountability and protecting farm workers. Some companies still refuse to sign on.

U.S. Policy Changes Will Have Consequences for Food Systems Globally

The new administration is already reshaping global food systems, affecting humanitarian aid, public health, and global peace.

A New Fellowship Is Helping Journalists Navigate the Complexity of Food Systems

At a time when news organizations are under attack, the Center for a Livable Future is preparing the next generation of journalists.

How Film Is Changing the Narrative on Farming and Food Justice

From “Farming While Black” to “The Envoy Show,” documentary films and series are highlighting a brighter future for food and agriculture systems.

25 Books Guiding Us Toward More Regenerative Food Systems

Whether you’re looking for a moving memoir, a cookbook celebrating Nigerian cuisine, or a deep dive into the ingredients that have shaped foodways in the American South, this list has something for every reader.

150+ Thought Leaders Issue a Stark Warning for Food Systems. What’s Next?

High-level change must be accompanied by local action, and grassroots efforts have a critical role to play in future-proofing food systems.

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