In neighborhoods, rooftops, parks, and even its airports, urban agriculture in Chicago is thriving. These ten projects are definitely worth exploring.
Abalimi Bezekaya – A replicable model for a sustainable food system
Abalimi Bezekaya: a successful model for a solution against poverty and hunger.
Feeding the 5000 Wages War on the ‘Global Food Waste Scandal’
Tristram Stuart and Feeding the 5000 uncover the ‘Global Food Waste Scandal,’ and inspire others to find solutions to global food waste.
GFAR Works for “A Revolution in Agricultural Research for Development”
GFAR’s mission to create a platform for resource sharing and collaboration is moving stakeholders toward a much-needed “revolution in agricultural development.”
How Veggies Can Save the Food System: The World Vegetable Center
The World Vegetable Center improves vegetable supply chains in developing regions through local projects and global research.
UC Berkeley Journalism Fellowship Makes Food a Serious Topic in the Media
The 11th Hour Food and Farming Journalism Fellowship offers journalists a chance to report on topics related to U.S. food systems.
10 Exciting Urban Agriculture Projects in Philadelphia
Looking for ways to get involved in some great urban agriculture in the City of Brotherly Love? Check out these projects that we love!
PASA’s 23rd Annual Farming for the Future Conference is Going Back to Nature
“Letting Nature Lead,” the theme of this year’s PASA Farming for the Future Conference, focuses on turning back to the Earth to determine farming strategies.
Dietitians for Professional Integrity Criticizes Big Food’s Phony Nutrition
DFPI’s report, “The Food Ties that Bind,” exposes the problems of Big Food sponsorship for the Food and Nutrition Conference and Expo.
A Recent Article from La Via Campesina Tells Policymakers: Free the Seeds!
To preserve biodiversity, La Via Campesina’s article calls for the liberation of seeds from international market restrictions.
USDA Report Notes the Growing Role of Women in U.S. Farming
The USDA released a report characterizing the average woman farmer in the U.S., finding that most women farmers are small farmers.
This Little Piggy Went to Market: Paul Willis & Niman Ranch Help Small Family Farms Get to Market
Paul Willis and Niman Ranch are fighting back against the “big pig” pork industry, finding a place in the market for the small family farmer.
Barilla Center for Food & Nutrition (BCFN) YES! Finalists Seek Solutions to Food Paradoxes
The Barilla Center for Food & Nutrition (BCFN) YES! contest finalists offer creative solutions to reduce environmental impact and achieve global food security.
Seeds Are Unlikely Stars of Global Restaurant Scene
Chefs and seed breeders form one of the most powerful partnerships changing today’s food system.
Orion Magazine’s Upcoming Webinar: Food Hubs Revamp Sustainable Food Systems
Orion Magazine invites you to join its November 21st webinar about the role of food hubs in reinvigorating the sustainable food movement.
Farm Aid’s Big Projects Benefit Small Family Farms around the Country
Here’s how some of music’s biggest rock icons are putting the small family farm at center stage with Farm Aid.
Food Hubs: The Middlemen That Will Save the Sustainable Food Chain
A recent article in Orion Magazine shows how food hubs could be the key to bringing sustainable, local food culture into the mainstream.
“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.
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.
Food Sovereignty Prize Honorees Attend World Food Prize Ceremonies
The winners of the Food Sovereignty Prize, recognized for “fighting for the right to food for all,” will be attending the World Food Prize Ceremony.
