Matthew Liebman, this week’s Food Hero, answers questions about his innovative research in sustainable agriculture.
Agriculture
Natural Resources Defense Council Shares Four Ways to Eat Green
The Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) recommends four ways to “eat green” in order to help save the environment.
International Year of Family Farming: How Can Permaculture Help Family Farmers?
In the Permaculture Voices Shout webinar, speakers discussed methods and benefits of permaculture for smallholder and family farms.
Africa’s First Soil Atlas
Scientists have compiled the first soil atlas of Africa to help the general public, policymakers, land users, and scientists understand this key resource.
Ten Tips to Make Organic Work for You
Eating organic food may seem too expensive to be viable for everyone, but Diana Donlon has tips to make eating organic easier on your wallet.
Food Hero: Molly Brown, NASA Research Scientist
Food Tank interviews NASA’s Molly Brown about her research, and what it can offer to experts working to combat climate change and food insecurity.
International Year of Family Farming: New Bill in India May Combat Rural Poverty with Micro-Plots
India’s Parliament will be voting soon on the National Right to Homestead Bill, part of the country’s latest Five Year Plan.
Back to School: 14 Initiatives Educating Youth About Agriculture
These 14 initiatives all over the world that are educating youth about agriculture, and creating a genuine interest in safe, sustainable, and healthy food.
Ethiopia’s Pricey Relationship with the Climate
The climate of Ethiopia is rapidly changing, exposing the country to more frequent, extreme weather events that will cost a hefty price.
The False Banana, Key to Food Security
Enset is a vital pulse crop in Ethiopia, contributing to food security through nutritional and caloric intake, as well as environmental sustainability.
Transforming the Food System in Australia – From the Ground Up
This guest post from the Australian Food Sovereignty Alliance (AFSA) announces the launch of Australia’s first Fair Food Week.
Food Tank Book of the Week: The Permaculture Handbook by Peter Bane
Peter Bane, author of The Permaculture Handbook, took the time to speak with Food Tank about his book and his personal experiences with permaculture.
Food Hero: The FARM Institute Teaches the Next Generation to Care About Food
This week’s Food Hero, The FARM Institute, is building consciousness about food in the next generation.
International Year of Family Farming: Bukonzo Joint Cooperative Challenging Gender Roles
Bukonzo Joint is a member-owned coffee cooperative in Uganda that works to fight gender inequity and poverty in environmentally sustainable ways.
Mphatheleni Makualule Honored for her Work Reviving Indigenous Seeds in South Africa
Mphatheleni Makualule receives Global Leadership Award from the International Indigenous Women’s Forum for work with women in local South African communities
118 Twitter Feeds Every Food Activist Needs to Follow
Food Tank has chosen 118 Twitter accounts for those involved in the food movement, or anyone who just wants to know more about the food system.
Seeds of Change: How One Small Seed Company in the Big City is Making a Difference
Rooftop Ready Seeds offer locally cultivated seeds to New York City gardens and farms
Food & Water Watch Report Links Genetically Engineered Crops to Increased Pesticide Use
A new Food & Water Watch report links increased cultivation of genetically engineered crops to greater use of pesticides in combating “superweeds.”
Food Hero: The Sylvia Center: Childhood Education from Farm to Fork
This week’s Food Hero, The Sylvia Center, engages youth in food education from farm to fork.
International Year of Family Farming: Five Initiatives Supporting Indigenous Farmers
Indigenous smallholder farmers have a significant impact on biodiversity and natural resource conservation.
