The WEIA Index aims at increasing understanding of the connections between women’s empowerment, food security and agricultural growth.
Agriculture
Food Tank Book of the Week: Empires of Food by Evan D.G. Fraser and Andrew Rimas
In Empires of Food, authors Evan D.G. Fraser and Andrew Rimas examine current problems with the global food system by taking a look at examples from history.
Comaco Brings Markets and Hope to Zambian Farmers – and Wildlife
COMACO is promoting both food security and wildlife conservation in Zambia’s Luangwa Valley.
Film Spotlights How Veterans Can Find Solace in Farming
Ground Operations, a film that looks at the important role war vets play in the future of U.S. agriculture.
Eleven Inspiring Sustainable Chefs
Chefs can be arbiters of change, choosing local ingredients and bringing fresh healthy food to the masses. Here are eleven great examples.
Refugee Farmers Growing Hope in Iowa
With the help of a grant from the Leopold Center for Sustainable Agriculture, refugees in Iowa with farming backgrounds are working to get back into agriculture
Food Tank Book of the Week: The Perfect Protein by Andy Sharpless
Andy Sharpless spoke with Food Tank to explain why the mantra “eat wild, eat local, eat small fish, and eat shellfish” can save the food system.
Wal-Mart: Abuses Animals, Disdains Science
This guest post from Farm Sanctuary reveals the extent to which Wal-Mart supports cruelty to animals.
Palm Oil: Business Boon, Environmental Bust
Consumption of palm oil is on the rise, but industry expansion poses threats of environmental damage and unethical labor practices.
The High Morality of Protecting the Ecosphere: Wes Jackson’s KU Commencement Speech
Founder of The Land Institute, Wes Jackson, delivers the KU commencement. High morality necessitates the protection of the ecosphere.
