EARTH University is training the next generation of agricultural researchers to revolutionize small-scale family farming from the ground up.
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FANRPAN: Engaging and Integrating Youth Into Policy Decision Making
FANRPAN, based in South Africa, is doing innovative work engaging engaging a variety of stakeholders, including young people to improve global food security
Peaceful Belly: Putting a Face on Farming for Urban Idahoans
Peaceful Belly is an organic farm located just outside of Boise, Idaho. It feeds residents of Southern Idaho through its CSA,and donates food yearly
Kosegare Brings Young People Back to Japan’s Farms
The organization Kosegare in Japan encourages young people from farming families to leave high-stress jobs in cities and start new businesses back home.
Edward Mukiibi’s Project DISC Inspires Ugandan Young People to Become Farmers
For many Ugandans, farming is a career of last resort. Project DISC is changing that, inspiring a generation of farmers through sustainable school gardens.
Earth Day: Youth and Agriculture
This Earth Day, we’ll be highlighting the importance of farming for protecting biodiversity, creating economic opportunities, and improving nutrition
Food Hero Series: Russ Kremer, NRDC Growing Green Winner and Pioneer in Antibiotic-free Pig Farming
Food hero, Russ Kremer is a NRDC Going Green winner and a pioneer in environmentally sustainable, humanely-raised drug-free pig farming
April 17th Food Tank Summit Speaker Spotlight: Alan Shannon
Food Tank Summit Speaker Spotlight: Alan Shannon, Public Affairs Director for the USDA Food and Nutrition Service’s Midwest Region.
New Law in Bolivia Directed at Supporting and Empowering Family Farmers
In January of 2013, Bolivian President Evo Morales signed a new law that declared that family farming is of “public and national interest.”
Permaculture Combats Malnutrition in Malawi
Permaculture helps subsistence farmers in Malawi access nutritious produce year round.
Urban Gardening Offers Nutrition and a Livelihood for HIV affected Ethiopians
Urban gardening in Ethiopia brings a livelihood and critical nutrition to people living with HIV.
John Hopkins Supports Research in the Public Health Benefits of Aquaculture
Johns Hopkins’s Center for a Livable Future supports research connecting aquaculture and public health.
Cooperative Small-Scale Farming Movements Make Strides Around the World
This International Year of Family Farming series post features three small farmer groups that are helping farmers to succeed by pooling knowledge and resources.
World Health Day 2013: Spotlight on Food and High Blood Pressure
Food Tank’s World Health Day series spotlights how changes in both food and agriculture systems can address the world’s health problems.
A Focus on Land Rights to Improve Food Security
Guidelines passed by the FAO support food security by promoting fair processes for land rights and land access.
Trees That Feed Foundation Promotes Wellbeing for People and Planet
The Trees That Feed Foundation plants edible trees in developing nations that feed people, create jobs, and protect the environment.
The New Farmer Project: An Essential Tool Shed for Vermont’s Aspiring Farmers
The University of Vermont’s New Farmer Project provides resources, training and support for aspiring farmers.
Biofuels Panel: The Intersection of Food and Energy Policy
What role do biofuels have in reducing carbon footprints, mitigating climate change and do they really displace food?
Global Spotlight on Family Farmers
The United Nations has designated next year, 2014, the International Year of the Family Farmer (IYFF), and preparations around the world are already beginning.
Federal immigration reform addressing plight of foreign-born farm workers – but is it enough?
Approximately 25 percent of the agricultural sector is dependent upon foreign-born labor, how can we raise awareness and improve conditions for workers?
