Acequias traditions of the American southwest manage water irrigation in a democratic community structure.
Agriculture
Top 10 Urban Agriculture Projects in Montreal
Montreal’s diverse urban agriculture projects reflect the city’s desire to grow and share healthy food.
10 Foods That Grow in Unexpected Places
From the bog-grown cranberry, to the cave-dwelling mushroom, take a journey with Food Tank through some unexpected places that food comes from.
Family Farming and Food Security Go Hand-in-Hand
During the IYFF, food system leaders advocate for the right of all peoples to produce their own food.
Help Shape the Future of Family Farming!
Food Tank and the U.N Food and Agriculture Organization are hosting discussions to promote greater dialogue around family farming issues.
A Day in the Life of Aussie Family Farmers
Food Tank chats with Jess and Matt Fealy, Australian family farmers who made the move from the city twelve months ago, about a day in the life of a family farm.
Top 10+ Urban Gardens and Markets in Houston
Houston’s diverse urban agriculture projects reflect the city’s desire to grow and share healthy food with hungry Texans.
Scaling Up Agroecological Solutions, Farmer to Farmer
The benefits and use of agroecological farming will be investigated and shared at the International Symposium on Agroecology for Food and Nutrition Security.
Tribal Farmers Market Goes On The Road
Traditional, tribal food is touring the country thanks to Mobile Farmers Market.
The Right Investments Can Help Lift Millions of Farmers from Poverty
“With the right policies and programs in place, solutions can be found,” said Esther Penunia, General Secretary of the Asian Farmers’ Association.
Arctic Greenhouse Grows Greens Year-Round
For the first time, a community in Arctic Canada has access to fresh local produce.
Farmers Do WHAT to Keep Cauliflower White?
In the new episode of “How Does it Grow?”, the labor-intensive methods farmers go through to prevent their cauliflower from turning yellow are revealed.
Farmer Story: In Burundi, Viola Nsengiyumva Turns Two Acres Into a Profitable Business
In Burundi, farmer Viola finally turns a profit with support from One Acre Fund.
10 Ways to Grow a Better Food System
When you’ve already gone beyond the easy things, here are ten more things you can do to support a sustainable food system.
Saving Seeds Can Strengthen Food Security
Native Seeds addresses the loss of biocultural diversity in the Southwest through seed saving.
Does Organic Make Food Better For You?
A new study shows that organically-grown produce has a higher nutritional value than conventionally-grown produce.
10 Urban Agriculture Projects Making a Difference in Austin
Explore these ten exciting urban agriculture projects in Austin, Texas.
New Trade Deals Threaten Local Food Systems
Local food systems could suffer if new international trade agreements become a reality.
This 2,000 Hectare Farm in the Desert Feeds Most of Jordan
In the deserts of South Jordan, modern and ancient farming techniques are allowing efficient crop growth.
Policymakers Turn to Smallholder Farmers as Partners in Development
Policymakers insist that development agencies must include smallholder farmers as partners rather than beneficiaries in food security and development efforts.
