May 22 is the International Day of Biodiversity—an opportunity to increase understanding and awareness of the Earth’s flora and fauna.
Crops and Commodities
The Future of Rice: An Interview with Caryl Levine of Lotus Foods on SRI Initiatives
Caryl Levine, co-founder of Lotus Foods Inc. shares her work with SRI Initiatives.
Costa Rica’s Pineapple Monopoly Not So Sweet
Costa Rica supplies 60 percent of worldwide pineapple exports—yet it also creates environmental problems that are increasingly hard to ignore.
Growing A Future: The Green Shoots Foundation Works to Empower Cambodian Youth through Agriculture
The Green Shoots Foundation’s Food & Agriculture and Social Entrepreneurship initiative is inspiring change in communities in Southeast Asia.
“Brewing” Change for Small-Scale Coffee Farmers
Through Project Alianza, Nicagaruan smallholders benefit from higher prices and sustainable management practices.
How Rice Farmers in Africa Can Point Us Out of California’s Water Crisis
California’s drought is one of the worst in history; however, smallholders in Africa and Asia may provide some solutions.
Investigating Cheap Food
Imaginez si le prix payé pour un hamburger comprenait le coût des facteurs tels que ceux des maladies cardiaques, la principale cause de décès dans le monde; ou ceux de ruissellement de fumier sur les champs d’alimentation animale concentrés; ou ceux des blessures des travailleurs dans les abattoirs et les usines;…
There is No Such Thing as Cheap Food
Food Tank highlights organizations recognizing the real cost of cheap food.
Cesar Chavez Day: Celebrating Farmworkers
A look at the current state of farmworkers as Cesar Chavez Day approaches.
Farmworkers Get the Recognition they Deserve
Farmworkers take center stage during Farmworker Awareness Week.
Coffee: from Crop to Cup
The social and environmental costs of this morning favorite may surprise you.
World Health Organization: GM-Crop Herbicide a Probable Carcinogen
The World Health Organization (WHO) concluded that glyphosate, the herbicide in Monsanto’s Roundup weed-killer, is probably carcinogenic to humans.
Nuubia Artisan Chocolate Prioritizes Sustainable Sourcing
Artisan gourmet chocolate producer Nuubia San Francisco is committed to sustainability.
101 Facts That Make Us Hopeful About the Future of Food
Food Tank is highlighting 101 stories of hope, innovation, and success, in creating a better food system.
Empowering Farmers in Malawi through Entrepreneurship
Innovators in Malawi use technology to reduce food insecurity and increase income for rural smallholder farmers.
Olives in the Desert: Egypt’s Farmers Call On Scientists to Value Local Know-How
Farmers from the South East Mediterranean say olive orchards are struggling to remain viable. Read why.
Three Awesome Food Organizations in Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico has three top organizations named in the James Beard Foundation and Food Tank’s just-released 2014 Good Food Org Guide.
Neonicotinoid Controversy Continues One Year Into EU Ban
One year into EU wide ban on neonicotinoids, controversy is still widespread on how to protect bee populations.
The Business of Food
The Business of Food panel brought together perspectives from producers, manufacturers, buyers, and advocates of food.
Sweet Sugar Snaps or Sour Pancakes? The Cultivation of Legumes in Ethiopia for Export
With its high altitude, stable climate and rich agricultural traditions, Ethiopia is a good place for growing delicate crops.
