Drought in Ethiopia is threatening bean production and the livelihood of smallholder farmers. Food Tank discusses solutions with researchers on the ground.
Crops and Commodities
Gaining Ground Teaches Organic Farming While Feeding Massachusetts’ Hungry
Gaining Ground is a volunteer-driven organization striving to grow organic produce for Massachusetts’ food insecure population.
What Will a UNESCO City of Gastronomy Do for Tucson and for Other Cities?
Tucson, Arizona is using food and farming innovations to fuel the recovery of a lagging urban economy.
Scientists Debate Safety of Glyphosate
The European Food Safety Authority, in contradiction to a previous report from the World Health Organization, declared glyphosate to be safe.
Real, Good Food: Chef-Advocate Maria Hines Serves up More than Dinner
Chef Maria Hines is a powerhouse advocate for real, organic food. Food Tank spoke with her to find out more about her excellent work.
Community Forests International Plants Trees and Livelihoods on Pemba Island
Community Forests International has helped Pemban communities plant over one million trees and establish agroforestry systems to provide fruit and timber.
Mars Food Commits to 100 Percent Sustainable Rice By 2020
Mars Food is the first to commit to a new standard for sustainable rice production.
Building a Network of Farmers and Stewards of the Land
Practical Farmers of Iowa is working tirelessly to build a network of farmers to help share sustainable practices.
The Central Ohio Regional Food Council: Promoting Local Food and Sustainable Agriculture
The Central Ohio Regional Food Council brings together agricultural thought leaders to create blueprints for building a better and more sustainable food system.
10 Certification Agencies Creating a More Sustainable Food System
Labeling language is confusing and it’s hard to recognize logos on packaging. Check out this article to learn how to make more informed consumer decisions.
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.
Money Talks, Muffling Dissenters
Public scientists legitimizing industry perspectives, intimidating dissenters.
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.
Don’t Farm Naked
Traditional cover cropping techniques that enrich soil, protect staple crops from disease, and prevent erosion are being rediscovered.
Technocrats, the “Berkeley Mafia,” and Stanford: Shifting the Conversation on Food Policy
Stanford’s Walter Falcon shows how academic research and policy-relevant work can be quite compatible and result in a transformative policy impact.
U.S. Biofuels Boom Threatens Brazilian Organic Farmers
ActionAid USA is calling on Congress to reform its biofuels targets. Fuel for our cars must not be prioritized over food for people.
34 Indigenous Crops Promoting Health and Feeding the World
Food Tank has compiled a list of indigenous fruits, vegetables, and grains that are nutritious, delicious, and contribute to sustainable livelihoods.
Small-Scale Farming to Stop Cocaine Production
As Colombia halts its aerial spraying program, the alternative development programs look to turn farmers towards legal agriculture.
