To leap forward into 2020, we’re highlighting 120 organizations with plans for a more sustainable food system in the next year.
Farmers
Every Seed Has a Story
Women are playing a huge role in saving seeds around the world: and in turn, the seeds are playing critical roles in their health, culture, and resilience.
The Staple Food Revolution: Bringing Beans and Grains to Local Markets
“Mills for feed and food used to be ubiquitous, that’s how we fed ourselves.” Now, “a lot of the poverty you see can be attributed to the extraction of that economic activity, especially in rural communities,” according to Jaeger.
Opinion | How An Innovative Grain CSA Encourages Sustainable Food Systems
An innovative model of Community Supported Agriculture tackles the challenges of small-scale organic farming and food loss in Manitoba, Canada.
Supporting the Next Generation of Farmers: Crile Farms and Niman Ranch
In this month’s Farmer Friday Feature with Niman Ranch, Raeanna Crile, a young Iowan farmer, talks family farming and her experience raising hogs at Crile Farms.
Hemp Crop Insurance Becomes Available in U.S.
Hemp crop insurance is available to farmers in the United States for the first time, but many farmers will not be taking advantage of it.
Study Finds Dramatic Increase in Antibiotic Resistance in Livestock
Facing huge risks for animal and human health, rates of antibiotic resistance have soared in low-and middle-income nations.
Meet the Chef Serving Up Pork Schmaltz in Appalachia
“They talk about New York as a melting pot, but it’s really here, in the mountains,” Virginian Chef Ian Boden says.
22 People and Organizations Working to Preserve Appalachia’s Biodiversity
These 22 farmers, seed savers, activists, and chefs are preserving heirloom and heritage crops in one of the most biodiverse regions in the nation.
Numi Organic Teas Working to Put People and the Environment First
For Ahmed Rahim, co-founder of Numi Organic Teas, nothing is more important than the people and environment behind his products.
19 Organizations Honoring Veterans
Food Tank is highlighting 19 organizations helping veterans transition into food entrepreneurship and farming.
The Chef Keeping Appalachian Food for Appalachians
Chef Marion Ohlinger works with local farmers to incorporate native Appalachian crops into his dishes while paying homage to other cuisines.
Opinion | There Are Many Gains to Be Had from Reducing Food Losses
“FAO’s close review of what we know about food loss offers a reminder that there is no one-size-fits-all solution,” says Máximo Torero.
Trees That Feed Foundation Expands Programs to 17 Countries
Trees that Feed is providing breadfruit trees in 17 countries to create entire supply chains that help communities combat food insecurity, generate new forms of income, and develop self-sufficiency.
A New Pathway to Citizenship for Undocumented Farmworkers
The Agricultural Worker Program Act could help to bring stability to farmworkers, their communities, their agricultural employers, and our food system as a whole.
From the Field to the World: Sustainability Lessons from a Young Farmer
Food Tank speaks with Thomas Parsons, a Niman Ranch member, about his role as a young farmer and advocating for a sustainable food system worldwide from his family’s ranch in southeastern Kansas.
Remembering Stuart Levy: Scientist Behind Animal Husbandry Advocacy
Food Tank remembers Stuart Levy, a pioneer researcher pushing for better animal husbandry—with only responsible use of antibiotics.
21 Projects Democratizing Data for Farmers
These advances in AI and Big Data are making it easier and less laborious for farmers to understand small occurrences and larger trends on their farms.
New Report Finds That More Food Is Lost in Fields Than Previously Believed
A new report from Santa Clara University finds that more food is lost in the field than previously determined.
Strength in Resilience: Niman Ranch Hosts Farm Families in Des Moines
Thee 21st Annual Niman Ranch Farmer Appreciation Weekend in Des Moines, IA gathered media, chefs, and nonprofits focusing on resilience for farmers.
