These are the 10 food policy questions that every 2016 presidential candidate needs to answer.
Agriculture
Improved Crop Storage Bags Can Improve Harvests and Incomes
PICS Bags, developed by Purdue University, are proving useful for insect-free crop storage in sub-Saharan Africa.
The Eat Think Vote Campaign Wins a National Food Policy for Canada
The Eat Think Vote campaign prompts the conversation for a national food policy in Canada.
The 2016 Food+City Challenge Prize: Innovation Within the Urban Food System
Finalists in the Food+City Challenge will compete for US$50,000.
Who Really Runs America? According to Richard Manning, Industrial Agricultural Has the Final Say
Richard Manning’s latest article in Harper’s Magazine reveals how politics are powerless to the demands of industrial agriculture.
How Bananas are Helping One Farmer Achieve His Dreams
Bananas have always been a big part of Japhet Bizimungu’s life.
New Law Could Change France’s Food System for the Better
French Parliament has voted in favor of a law that could revolutionize their food system.
Bringing More Than Just Food to NYC Neighborhoods
Just Food describes their organization’s efforts to build a stronger, more just food system in NYC.
Livestock Diversity is Crucial for Future Food Security on a Harsher Planet
Modern ways of farming animals are hurting livestock diversity.
Women We Love: 25 Influential Women in Food and Agriculture
This list highlights 25 powerful women in food and agriculture across the world.
Livestock Diversity is Crucial for Future Food Security on a Harsher Planet
Modern ways of farming animals are hurting livestock diversity.
Two Birds with One Stone: Fighting Both Food Waste and Hunger
Ampleharvest.org is expanding their network to reduce both food waste and hunger.
Eliminating Toxic Pesticides from Our Food and Environment
Beyond Pesticides is bringing pesticide policy reform to Washington, D.C.
10 Farmer Training Programs Helping Veterans Heal
Programs across the country are helping veterans transition to a new, productive life working in food and agriculture.
Farmer Spotlight: Jackie Prell Farms With Future Generations in Mind
If she could, Jackie Prell would make all food organically, like it was 100 years ago.
Youth, Innovation, and the Sustainable Development Goals
The 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) set out an aspirational vision for more sustainable food systems by 2030.
New Guide Shows How Maize, Rice, and Wheat are Grown to Boost Yields, Reduce Environmental Impact
At the core of FAO’s “Save and Grow” model of agriculture is an ecosystem approach, which capitalizes on natural biological and ecosystem processes.
Leading a Global Mission to Reduce Food Waste
The Postharvest Education Foundation provides innovative programs that motivate and empower people to reduce food waste around the world.
Drought-Resistant White Beans Bring Hope to Smallholder Farmers in Ethiopia
Drought in Ethiopia is threatening bean production and the livelihood of smallholder farmers. Food Tank discusses solutions with researchers on the ground.
Farmer Spotlight: Jeanne White Farms Sustainably to Better Her Land
Farmer Jeanne White has been farming for 46 years.
