Food Tank spoke with Dan Kittredge, founder of the Bionutrient Food Association, about the work they do with farmers to establish more nutrient dense growing practices. The organization is currently developing a standard, and a handheld tool, to measure nutrient density in foods. They hope by doing so they can empower consumers to reward farmers for better growing practices.
Agriculture
Going Forward by Going Back Wrapped Up Day Two at Seeds&Chips
Food Tank partnered with Seeds&Chips to make the Going Forward by Going Back panel possible in Milan, Italy. It discussed how to take into account indigenous knowledge and traditional farming methods when innovating new technologies.
The System of Rice Intensification’s Role in Hunger, Climate Change, and Communities
Norman Uphoff is the Senior Advisor for the SRI International Network and Resources Center (SRI-Rice), a program at Cornell University engaged with the System of Rice Intensification (SRI), which is a climate-smart, yield-increasing agriculture methodology that is being utilized by…
The Seeds&Chips Global Food Innovation Summit Kicks Off in Milan, Italy
Seeds&Chips, the Global Food Innovation Summit, has begun with a discussion about Millennials. Former President Obama will speak tomorrow.
Program Your Own Garden with Seedsheet
These gardens come preloaded with your favorite meals
Urban Gardening in the Southwest
Gardening is difficult in the Southwest United States. Many areas have poor soil and water is limited. Community gardens can help you grow organic food while overcoming these obstacles.
Trump Signs Executive Order to Revitalize Rural America
Trump’s new executive order “Revitalize Agriculture and Promote Rural Prosperity” aims to increase economic viability of farmers and widen scope of exports.
IFPRI Report Examines How to Feed a Rapidly Urbanizing Population
The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) has released its 2017 Global Food Policy Report. This year, it particularly focuses on ensuring food security in a world where two-thirds of the population is projected to live in urban centers by 2050.
Six Ways to Get Paid for Innovative Food Ideas
Young people working on great ideas relating to agricultural sustainability have the opportunity to earn some money by submitting applications to six competitions spotlighted by Food Tank.
Former President Obama to Speak at the Seeds&Chips Global Food Innovation Summit
The 44th U.S. President Barack H. Obama will be in Milano on May 9, 2017, as the keynote speaker at the four-day Seeds&Chips Global Food Innovation Summit.
Students Launch Nationwide Rolling Fast for Farmworker Justice in Columbus, Ohio
Nineteen students affiliated with Ohio State Student/Farmworker Alliance (SFA) and Real Food OSU fasted for seven days in March to urge the administration of Ohio State University (OSU) to cut their contract with Wendy’s. The fast was a response to…
Opportunity to Grow and Connect Agroecological Farmers
MESA’s online certificate course in applied agroecology is an opportunity for learners to network with farmers and food advocates worldwide, and gain a holistic understanding of agroecology in seven lessons that encompass academic, scientific, socio-political, and traditional knowledge.
Seven Ways to Host a More Sustainable Passover Seder
Passover Seder, a Jewish tradition taking place from April 10 to 18, 2017, is an opportunity for hosts and guests of the festivities to promote sustainable food practices.
Lauren Baker: “Make transparent the true cost of food”
Lauren Baker of the Global Alliance for the Future of Food spoke at the Inaugural Boston Food Tank Summit, “Investing in Discovery,” which was held in collaboration with Tufts University and Oxfam America on April 1, 2017.
Watch: CSIS Webcast on the Future of African Food Security
The Center for Strategic and International Studies’ (CSIS) is hosting a live webcast and discussion, from 9 to 10:30 am EST on April 6, to explore the role of biotechnology in the future of African food security.
Oil Crops in the Tropics: Insight on their rise and forecasts for their future
Byerlee, Falcon, and Naylor’s new book explores the oil crop revolution in the tropics, providing insight on its drivers, the impacts of its production, and a look into its future.
UNLEASH Seeks Talented People to Innovate and Collaborate for the SDGs
UNLEASH, a global innovation lab, is currently accepting applications for young people to attend their first ever event in Denmark that takes place in August. Attendees will create practical solutions for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Crete Cook Cultivates Sustainable Sanctuaries
Interview with Nikki Rose, Founder and Director of Crete’s Culinary Sanctuaries, about the influences of history and traditions on nutrition, sustainability, and biodiversity.
Nichole Cirillo: Food has the power to unite across differences and generations
Nichole Cirillo talks accountability in our food system, why reconnecting to our food supply might be the biggest advantage we can give our food system, and how one simple diet change can have far-reaching impacts.
Applications for 3rd Organic Farming Innovation Awards Are Open
Organic agriculture needs innovation and creativity to bring itself into mainstream agriculture sector and improve the overall sustainability of agriculture sector.
