Dr. William Burke remembers Sesele Sokotela, a scientist who was devoted to improving food security in Zambia.
Agriculture
Blueprint for Family Farming in the Philippines
Robert and Gigi Morris draw upon their experience working in small-scale agriculture and agro-tourism to teach others the benefits of sustainable agribusiness.
Lessons From the Camel Culture of Rajasthan, India
Food Tank recently had the chance to interview Dr. Ilse Köhler-Rollefson, international activist and advocate for livestock culture.
The Protein Challenge 2040: A Roadmap to the Future of Protein
An innovative forum brings together key players to address a more sustainable future for protein.
Farmer Spotlight: Matt Vecchie Farms to Save the Soil
Farmer Matt Vecchie of Yaw-Ye Farm raises pasteurized pork in Grayslake, IL.
America’s Shrinking Farms: A look at more sustainable food production
Food Tank speaks with Dory Carr-Harris about feeding the future.
New Financial Data Helps the Local Food Sector Grow
Data dive explores financials at wholesale end of local food sector.
Money Talks, Muffling Dissenters
Public scientists legitimizing industry perspectives, intimidating dissenters.
22 Educational Programs Changing the Food System
Food Tank has rounded up a list of 22 programs, both nationally and internationally, that integrate curriculum into food security.
The Spirit of Sustainability: The Innovations Behind Eco-Friendly Cocktails
Spirit makers and mixologists are working hard to make their industry more environmentally sustainable.
Chef Acheson Serves Up Endangered Species and Fresh Perspective
Chef Hugh Acheson surprises diners by serving an endangered species.
Dirty Money, Dirty Science
The recent New York Times expose of Big Ag money corrupting research is just the tip of the iceberg.
World Food Preservation Center: Innovations and Partnerships for Food Preservation
The World Food Preservation Center is addressing the issue of postharvest food loss by investing in the power of education. .
Building the Resilience of African Rural Communities to Disasters and Crisis
In Africa, agriculture supports the livelihoods of over 800 million people (80 percent of the population), providing employment for around 60 percent of the economically active population and 70 percent of the poorest (around 270 million people). Smallholder farmers, pastoralists…
Helping Farming Thrive in the Hudson Valley
Glynwood operates a number of programs to help farming thrive and ensure its viability in the Hudson Valley region.
New Toolkit Works To Improve Resilience of Latin American Farmers
A new toolkit for agroecology in Latin America will help small farmers combat climate change in the region.
Agroecology is Working – But We Need Examples to Inspire Others
More must be done to bring examples to light, and to garner the political support that agroecology deserves and needs.
Farm Aid Celebrates 30 Years of Giving Farmers a Voice
Farm Aid continues to have a lasting impact after 30 years of supporting America’s food producers.
Don’t Farm Naked
Traditional cover cropping techniques that enrich soil, protect staple crops from disease, and prevent erosion are being rediscovered.
