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?
Agriculture
Red Meat and Processed Meat May Lead to Cancer, Study Shows
Red meat and processed meat may increase cancer risk over time.
Scientists Debate Safety of Glyphosate
The European Food Safety Authority, in contradiction to a previous report from the World Health Organization, declared glyphosate to be safe.
Real, Good Food: Chef-Advocate Maria Hines Serves up More than Dinner
Chef Maria Hines is a powerhouse advocate for real, organic food. Food Tank spoke with her to find out more about her excellent work.
Top 5 Reasons Why We Need to Rebuild Soil Carbon Now
The Center for Food Safety (CFS) outlines both the problem with soil as an essential resource and the global opportunity to restore it to health.
Fighting Hunger and Obesity in the Central Gulf Coast
Bay Area Food Bank is rising to the challenge of feeding people and combatting obesity.
21 Organizations Fighting for Labor Rights in the Food System
From warehouse packers to waiters, food system workers are getting a bad deal.
We Feed the Planet Puts Young Farmers in Control of Food Security
Slow Food’s We Feed the Planet Conference highlights the importance of farmer directed innovation.
Good Food from Classrooms to Cafeterias to Home
Food education in the Oxford School District encompasses all areas of their students’ lives, both at school and at home.
Valuing the Landscape in Tanzania: A Study of Maasai Pastoralism and Agriculture
A recent study measures the economic value of traditional land management practices in Tanzania.
