BCFN YES! Finalist, Katarzyna Dembska’s project shows that consuming less animal protein in one’s diet is a boon for water resource conservation.
Agriculture
The World Rural Forum Played Major Role in Making 2014 Year of International Family Farming
The World Rural Forum (WRF) is the organization behind the United Nations’ decision to designate 2014 International Year of the Family Farmer.
BCFN YES! 2012 Finalist Profile: Marina Bassani
BCFN YES! 2012 finalist, Marina Bassani’s Make eat! app allows modern users to connect to their environment and their agricultural roots.
Third Generation Oyster Company at Risk of Being Shut Down
A family-owned and sustainable oyster company in California faces removal from their Point Reyes location.
10 Movies About the Food Movement Worth Watching
Here are 10 food documentaries worth watching to learn more about issues in the food system.
Five Innovative Solutions From “Food Desert” Activists
As access to healthy and affordable food becomes a more pressing public issue, governments, organizations and individuals implement new and varied solutions.
ICCR Issues Statement of Principles on Sustainable, Equitable Food Production
The Interfaith Center on Corporate Responsibility offers recommendations on how corporate responsibility can promote access to safe and sustainable food.
Oxfam, IF Campaign, and Fairtrade Foundation Advocate for Family Farmers
This International Year of Family Farming post features three international campaigns that educate consumers about the importance of smallholder farmers.
Nine Innovative Ways Food Workers are Fighting for More Justice
Food justice to workers and eaters is an essential aspect of the Global Food Movement. Here are 10 organizations fighting for food and food production equality.
Changing the Way Chicago Produces Greens
Chicago-based company uses innovative farming methods to produce fresh, local greens while minimizing environmental impact.
10 Ways to Consume Food More Locally
Eating more local and seasonal foods can be easy, inexpensive and tasty! Here are 10 ways to eat more local food.
Food Hero Series: Larry Jacobs, NRDC Growing Green Organic Farming Pioneer
Food hero Larry Jacobs, a pioneer in the organic food movement, is an NRDC Growing Green winner of the Food Leader award.
Navdanya: Saving Seeds to Save a Culture
Navdanya and its female seed savers work towards the preservation of India’s culture and agriculture.
Ashoka Changemakers Announces “Nutrients for All” Competition
Ashoka Changemakers, the largest organization of social entrepreneurs, is launching a new competition entitled Nutrients for All: Vitality for People and the Pl
IYFF: Using the Sun to Empower Women and Help Family Farmers
This IYFF post features three international campaigns working to use solar technology to help family farms.
Food First Delegation to South Korea Explores Land, Food and Democracy
The Institute for Food and Development Policy/Food First to host its first food sovereignty tour in South Korea
Growth Opportunities for Food and Young People on Global Youth Service Day
April 26-28 is Global Youth Service Day, the perfect follow-up to a weekend of Earth Day action.
Barilla Center for Food & Nutrition Releases Proposals and Solutions for Protecting the Planet
The Barilla Center for Food & Nutrition is releasing a set of proposals and solutions for protecting the environment through changing the food system.
Earth Amplified Puts “Culture” Back in “Agriculture,” Empowering Urban Youth
Artists from the roots-rap-reggae band Earth Amplified bring music, food, health, and economic opportunity to food deserts in Oakland.
Food Hero Series: Tezozomoc, NRDC Growing Green Food Justice Leader
Food hero Tezozomoc, known for his work with the South Central Farmers, is an NRDC Growing Green winner of the Food Leader award.
