Agriculture

Genetic Engineering Breeding Fragility: A Call for Diversified Agriculture

We need to create pathways for purposeful, science-based action that creates more resilient, multifunctional agroecosystems.

Eating City Discusses the Future of Food in an Urban World

Eating City is working to find solutions to improve food accessibility in an increasingly urbanized world.

Scientists To Debate Ecological Intensification

Scientists and researchers from around the world will come together for a three-week forum on the subject of ecological intensification.

Urban Farming Hits the Big Leagues

Sports venues across the United States make efforts to advance a more sustainable food system.

Pasta Contributes to Sustainable Diets Across the Globe

Pasta is a cost-effective, ecologically sustainable contributor of important nutrients to diets around the world.

A High-Flying Idea: JetBlue’s Airport Potato Farm

The urban farm at JFK International Airport Terminal 5 will grow potatoes, herbs, and vegetables.

Refugees Grow Roots in the United States

The International Rescue Committee New Roots program helps resettled refugees grow food in U.S. cities.

This Holiday Season, 3 Farmers Struggling with Food Insecurity Remind Us to Give Thanks

Smallholder farmers in Africa tell the story of what it’s like to grapple with food insecurity, including their favorite dishes to cook from their crops.

Biochar Might Be Ag’s Biggest Innovation in Years

A humble-looking black charcoal could be an option for mitigating carbon while increasing crop yields and soil fertility. Is it too good to be true?

Red Meat and Processed Meat May Lead to Cancer, Study Shows

Red meat and processed meat may increase cancer risk over time.

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