Women Deliver 2013: Food Tank highlights seven innovations in Africa improving food security and empowering women.
Agriculture
Western Indian Farmers Suffer in Drought
One of India’s largest states is suffering from extreme drought, putting the food security of millions at risk.
Seven Initiatives Empowering Women in Oceania
These seven initiatives across Oceania are working to protect gender equality and empower women to promote their participation in agriculture.
Seven Asian Initiatives Empowering Women
Food Tank highlights seven inititatives in Asia enhancing food security and empowering women.
Seven North American Initiatives Empowering Women
These seven initiatives across North America are working to protect gender equality and encourage women’s participation in agriculture and the food system.
Seven European Initiatives Empowering Women
These seven initiatives across Europe are working to protect gender equality and empower women.
Local 20/20 Food Resiliency Action Group Helps Communities Improve Food Self-Sufficiency
Local 20/20 works to get members of the rural communities in Jefferson County involved in a variety of community-strengthening projects such as gardens.
Investment in Women is the Key to Global Food Security: Five Ways to Promote Gender Equity
At the Women Deliver 2013 conference, International leaders in the women’s movement will discuss solutions to improve gender equity and food security.
Food Hero Series: Ruth Oniang’o, Kenya’s Voice for Nutrition
Kenya’s Ruth Oniang’o, a renowned leader in food and nutrition issues, has been working to improve nutrition for women in Africa for decades.
40 Organizations That Are Shaking Up the Food System
These 40 organizations are doing invaluable work to change the way we eat, grow, cook, buy, and sell food.
Five Ways Food and Agriculture Can Promote Sustainable Water Use and Protect Biodiversity
Today, Food Tank celebrates the International Day for Biological Diversity with five ways to support healthy, diverse ecosystems and sustainable water supplies.
Chicago Council: Lightning Presentations Highlight Innovative Leaders in Food and Agriculture
Live-blogging the Chicago Council Global Food Security Symposium: Lightning Presentations Highlight Innovative Leaders in Food and Agriculture
Chicago Council: “Failure to act now puts future generations in jeopardy,” says Dr. Helene Gayle
Live-blogging the Chicago Council Global Food Security Symposium: Dr. Helene Gayle, President and CEO of CARE International
Chicago Council: Agriculture and Health Nexus Panel
Live-blogging the Chicago Council Global Food Security Symposium: The Agriculture and Health Nexus
Chicago Council: A Discussion on “A New Science of Agriculture to Advance Global Food Security”
Live-blogging the Chicago Council Global Food Security Symposium: A New Science of Agriculture to Advance Global Food Security
Chicago Council Global Food Security Symposium, Raj Shah: “All hands on deck”
Live-blogging the Chicago Council Global Food Security Symposium: Raj Shah
India Risks Losing Native Cattle Breeds
India is famous for its native cattle. But, thanks to cross-breeding with non-native dairy cattle breeds, India risks losing its genetic heritage for good.
The Five-Borough Farm Project: Expanding urban agriculture potential in NYC
The Five Borough Farm synthesizes urban agriculture research to create innovative metrics and a comprehensive strategy for expanding NYC’s capabilities.
Addressing the Link Between Disability and Food Insecurity
Disability prevents both producers and consumers from accessing food and a healthy livelihood.
Legumes and Beans: One Key to Improving Food Security in Malawi
As part of its efforts to improve food security, Malawi has increased production of legumes and beans.
