Traditional farming practices have nourished communities for thousands of years. Learning from these techniques can lead to sustainable, equitable solutions to feed the world.
Agriculture
Devastating Storm Delivers Unprecedented Blow to Vermont’s Farmers
A historic storm wreaked havoc in Vermont, unleashing nearly nine inches of rain and leaving the state’s farmers reeling from the aftermath.
Ayudando Latinos A Soñar: Creating Support and Resilience Amidst Devastating Floods in California
Ayudando Latinos A Soñar is supporting California farm workers and their families through the record-breaking flooding in 2023.
Empowering Agriculture Entrepreneurs: LadyAgri and the Future of Women-Focused Investments
LadyAgri Impact Investment Hub is forging a future for women agri-entrepreneurs through three pillars: technical assistance, agri-finance, and market access and technology.
In the UAE, this Farm Wants to Create an Ecosystem of Sustainable Agriculture
The UAE imports between 80-90 percent of its food supply. Can that change?
Community-Driven Science Paves the Way for Sustainable Development
A new study underscores what can be achieved when researchers work hand-in-hand with local communities.
Growth of Regenerative Farming in Greece
Regenerative farming can improve soil health. Can these practices also help communities reduce the severity of wildfires?
Want To See the Future of the Food System In Action? Visit Your Local Farmers Market!
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GrowNYC Workers Secure Historic Union Victory, Paving the Way for Better Conditions in the Food Supply Chain
The victory comes three weeks after a delegation of GrowNYC employees demanded voluntary recognition of their union.
Food Trails: A Vision for Urban Food Systems
With 11 pilot projects around the European Union, Food Trails is encouraging the development of sustainable, urban food systems.
USDA Organic Livestock Standards Set to Improve Animal Welfare and Public Health
The proposed rule has the potential to increase animal welfare for livestock raised in the United States.
Report Urges Financial Sector to Take Action and Reverse Biodiversity Loss
Estimates suggest pesticide use is up 80 percent since 1990. That’s a problem for the world’s biodiversity.
Op-Ed: Food Systems Transformation Will Enable G7 Leaders to Advance Progress on Past Promises
Food systems hold the key to addressing global challenges like conflict, climate change, and hunger.
Hunger Is Getting Worse. After Visiting Africa, I’m Reminded How Solving Hunger Means Empowering Women
Investments in women in food and agriculture are critical to breaking the cycles of hunger, poverty, and gender discrimination.
New Report from Chicago Council and Rockefeller Foundation Charts Path to Zero Hunger in an Equitable World Amid Global Crises
A new report offers a framework of hope, envisioning a hunger-free world and community-based decision making.
Without Farmers at the Center, Regenerative Agriculture Will Be a Slogan Not a Solution
Regenerative agriculture is gaining traction, promising to mitigate the climate crisis and improve food systems, but its power can’t be unleashed automatically.
The Forum for Farmers and Food Security Is Literally Investing in the Future of Food Producers
Leveraging the power of strategic partnerships to invest in smallholder farmers can support producers’ livelihoods and protect the planet.
New Coalition Prioritizes Action to Transform Food Systems
The Forum for Farmers and Food Security is launching to connect farmers with markets, unlock investments in the agriculture sector, and encourage the transfer of knowledge.
From Marginalization to Empowerment: How Investing in Women Can Transform Sub-Saharan Africa
Solutions developed by and for women farmers can help break the cycle of poverty and food insecurity.
Remembering Ronnie Cummins: Advocate of Regenerative Farming Systems
Founder of the Organic Consumers Association, Cummins advocated strongly for a just transition to a food and farming system that served people and the planet.
