At the Future of Food @ SXSW, panelists discussed the different types of innovation required to end food waste.
Andrew Zimmern: “I Don’t Understand How Any Politician Can Be Against Feeding Hungry Children”
At the Future of Food @ SXSW Andrew Zimmern discusses the future of the restaurant industry, the need for greater collaboration, and why the best metaphor for the food system is a Mobius strip.
“Companies Have an Essential Role to Play, but Every Lever Has to Be Moving,” Julie Kunen Says
“The market moves things,” says Julie Kunen, and leveraging its potential has the power drive change in the food system. But the private sector can’t do it alone.
“We Have to Organize and There’s Really No Shortcut to That,” Says Jim Hightower
“Whatever talent you have, put that to work,” says Jim Hightower while discussing organizing for a better food system and combating corporate consolidation.
“Resilience Is Rebuilding These Local Communities and Relocalizing Food,” Says Jacob Pechenik
Jacob Pechenik discusses community resilience, finding optimism in gardening, and ensuring that all kids are exposed to growing their own food.
“More Data, Better Transparency Means Less Waste,” Vishaal Bhuyan Says
At the Future of Food @ SXSW Vishaal Bhuyan explains how Aanika Biosciences is working to use microbial tags to improve traceability and transparency in the food system.
“We Have to Move Away From this Notion that Agriculture Is Unskilled Labor,” Says Jenet DeCosta
During a conversation about farm workers and immigration policy, speakers emphasize that “we can’t forget the individuals that provide us with our food.”
“Stand in Your Authority. And the Only Way You Can Do That Is to Know What You Know,” Says Toni Tipton-Martin
Toni Tipton-Martin discusses the contributions of historical Black culinary professionals, her latest cookbook, and importance of rigor and discipline to becoming who you are.
“Without the Farm Worker This Business Doesn’t Get to Exist,” Says Soren Bjorn
Following a watch party for the “The Last Harvest” at SXSW, speakers discussed immigration policy, the essential status of farm workers, and the intersection of food and technology.
Program Supports Next Generation of Food System Leaders
A new fellowship is designed to drive personal transformation and support scaleable solutions in the food system.
What Does a Just Food Future Look Like?
At Future of Food at SXSW, food system experts discussed the cultural importance of reviving traditional foodways, the intersection of food, labor, and economic justice, and their visions for an inclusive and just food future.
18 Organizations Leading the Way to a Better Food Future in Austin, Texas
Check out these organizations supporting community gardens, rescuing food, and ensuring Austin resident have enough to eat.
Queer Food Foundation Launches Mutual Aid Project to Address Food Insecurity
The mutual aid project will support members of the Black queer and trans community facing food insecurity.
Join Food Tank in Austin at #FutureFoodSXSW. 8 Days. 100 Speakers.
Join Food Tank and our partners for a series of events as we discuss the future of food at SXSW.
What Do Those Food Labels Really Mean?
Wondering how to decipher the labels that appear on food packaging? This article can help.
JEDI Collaborative, New Hope Network Launch New Survey to Improve Diversity of Food Business Leaders
JEDI Collaborative and New Hope Network hope to use the survey results to inform efforts to make food businesses more inclusive, equitable, and just.
Complete the National Young Farmer Survey and Help Build a Better Farming Future
Data from the 2022 National Young Farmer Survey will inform advocacy efforts to build more equitable farm systems.
U.S. Fishing Communities Fear Effects of Offshore Wind
The first commercial scale offshore wind farm promises to produce enough energy to power thousands of Massachusetts homes and businesses. What does this mean for fishing communities?
An Unprecedented Year of Action
After a busy 2021, Food Tank is reflecting on all that we learned from the leaders and visionaries who highlighted opportunities for change in the food system.
How a New Bill Can Help Fight Food Waste and Hunger
A new bipartisan Bill is designed to help food businesses, retailers, farmers, and more donate food to those in need.
