The specific objectives will aim to promote coherent intellectual property rights policy and a harmonized system of intellectual property protection in Africa. But some civil society groups worry about the implications for smallholder farmers.
Agriculture
We Can’t Achieve Food Justice if We Don’t Prioritize Soil Health
There’s so much that each of us can do to build a stronger foundation for the world’s food and agriculture systems.
Empowering Women Researchers in West and Central Africa
Women need better access to and control over resources like agricultural technologies, land, quality seeds, inputs, and more.
Building Resilience Through Localization in West and Central Africa
CORAF’s regional initiatives seek to build resilience by “embracing all at once” interconnected issues including market access, trade, women’s equity, and the empowerment of youth.
Revolutionizing Access to Local Food: How Local Foods Mohawk Valley is Pioneering Online Farmers Markets
Local Foods Mohawk Valley is supporting farmers and increasing access to local food with their year-round online farmers market.
Extending the Agriculture Workforce Development Program: Colorado’s Bold Move to Secure the Future of Farming
Governor Jared Polis aims to boost Colorado’s agriculture sector by extending the Agriculture Workforce Development Program.
Op-Ed | The Inflation Reduction Act Invested in Rural America. Now, Those Funds May Be in Jeopardy
The Inflation Reduction Act made a historic investment in agriculture and farming communities, but that funding may be at risk as member of Congress look to subsidize the nation’s largest farms instead.
VACS Is Going Back to Basics for a Climate Resilient Future
An initiative from the Special Envoy for Global Food Security aims to boost agricultural productivity and nutrition by developing diverse, climate-resilient crop varieties and building healthy soils.
Young Farmers Bring Small-scale, Humane Hog Farming Back to Iowa
Neighbors love to drive by and see a young family raising hogs outdoors again—a rare sight in Eric and Mikala Boors’ part of Iowa.
Genetically Modified Corn Tribunal Raises Concerns with First Decisions
Experts worry what early decisions on GM corn mean for the health, environmental, and cultural integrity of Mexico’s corn culture and diet.
Harvesting Hope: How the Prison Agriculture Lab Exposes Exploitation in Prison Agriculture
The Prison Agriculture Lab seeks to answer the where, what, and why of agricultural practices in the criminal punishment system.
124 Food and Agriculture Organizations to Watch in 2024!
These organizations are leveraging the power of unusual partnerships, giving voice to youth, and investing in community-led innovations and solutions.
Agriculture, Education, and Advocacy: Teens for Food Justice Offers a Recipe for Success
Teens for Food Justice is tackling food insecurity in New York City through school-based hydroponic farming systems.
Turning the Tide: Investors Prioritize Agriculture in Net Zero Framework
By reclassifying the agriculture, forestry, and fisheries sector as “high impact,” the investment community is taking an important step in aligning their work with climate goals.
Dispatch From The UN Climate Change Conference: Monday, Dec. 11
At COP28, the food movement showed its strength, demonstrating there are countless pathways to follow and impactful actions to take.
Building Power in Food Systems through Social Cohesion: ‘You Have to Mobilize Together’
Million Belay believes in a model for food systems that is grounded in communities, promoting a goal of food sovereignty
Transitioning to Alternative Practices Is ‘No Longer a Choice.’ The Question Is How
The ClimateShot Investor Coalition is helping to connect investors, the scientific community, and food businesses and ensure that their objectives are aligned.
The Future Is Here: How California’s Farmers Are Adapting to a Changing Climate
Secretary of the California Department of Food and Agriculture explains where she sees the greatest opportunities to help farmers mitigate and adapt the effects of the climate crisis.
Dispatch from the U.N. Climate Change Conference: Saturday, Dec. 10
Food and agriculture systems are taking center stage at COP28 on Food, Agriculture, and Water Day.
Unlocking Capital Will Pave the Way for Food Systems Change
What will investors need to fund the transformation of food and agriculture systems?
