The grants will go toward promoting Indigenous and regenerative agriculture.
Agriculture
Climate Conference Strengthens Agribusiness Support, Leaves Small-Scale Farmers Behind
Advocates worry that initiatives from COP27 are doing more to support industrial agriculture, which will only worsen the climate crisis.
Current Laws Fail to Protect Farm Workers from Pesticides
A recent report shows that farm workers are at risk of exposure to harmful pesticides due to failed enforcement of federal and state laws.
Film Series Says Out with Industrial Agriculture, in with Agroecology in Africa
The benefits of agroecology are backed by scientific evidence, but a recent film shows philanthropists continue to fund industrialized agriculture.
Food as Healing: Nurturing Ourselves and Land Through Food
FromSoil2Soul is helping people experience nature’s remedial effects while healing both themselves and the earth.
A Model for Bold Agricultural Transformation in Kenya
A coalition in West Pokot County, Kenya, hopes to serve as a model for community-led food systems transformation in other countries.
Identifying a Food Future that Preserves Biodiversity
Alternative proteins can be produced at scale and have the potential to reduce demand for conventional meat. But are they the answer to preserving biodiversity?
SDG2 Advocacy Hub Launches Two Anti-Hunger Campaigns at COP27
Advocates say that urgent reform is needed to address the global hunger and climate crises. Two campaigns launched at COP27 outline important interventions.
Maryland Creates Opportunities for Food Insecure Cities
The Maryland Department of Agriculture’s new bill for water and power infrastructure upgrades will distribute up to US$500,000 per year to nonprofits and urban farmers.
Organic Food & Farming Report Outlines Opportunities for the Farm Bill
A newly released report details the benefits of organic farming and outlines strategies to expand organic agriculture practices through the 2023 Farm Bill.
AGRA Retreats from its Own ‘Green Revolution’
Recent changes suggest that AGRA and its donors are concealing their retreat from a failing strategy.
WWF Identifies 20 Key Actions to Transform the Global Food System
WWF released a new report and platform that outlines key actions for transforming global food systems and meeting climate goals.
Russia’s War in Ukraine: Implications for the Indian Food System
The global food crisis has highlighted the fragility and fragmentation of the global food system and its vulnerability to shocks. India must adapt and develop long term plans to address such future shocks.
With a Guaranteed Market for their Hogs, Farmers Don’t Need to “Get Big or Get Out”
When fifth generation farmer Joe Mickelson transitioned to small-scale diversification, he discovered that raising pigs in the open air was a new—and much more enjoyable—experience.
La Canasta Campesina Encourages Youth Engagement in Farming by Giving Youth a Voice
La Canasta Campesina gives youth a place in farming by highlighting the many roles in a modern agribusiness.
EAT-Lancet 2.0 Commission Revises Guidance for Healthy, Diverse Diets, and Sustainable Food Systems
The EAT-Lancet 2.0 Commission held a press conference to update the public on their forthcoming report, which will include goals for healthy diets and sustainable food systems.
Switching Out The Beef For Rabbit: Can Rodents Provide A Sustainable Meat Alternative?
Rodents from rabbits to cane rats provide sustainable protein sources for many populations, but expanding their consumption could pose problems.
Sustainable Hog Farming to Keep the Next Generation On the Land
On Alderland Farm in Iowa, this family of hog farmers is working to raise their livestock sustainably.
Helping the World Adapt to the Climate Crisis with Agricultural Solutions
As the climate crisis advances, the International Center for Biosaline Agriculture is working to support sustainable livelihoods and food security in resource-scarce regions.
Systemic Problems Require Systemic Solutions
Agroecology has the potential to provide the transformational change needed to solve the interconnected, global crises the world faces today.
