This week, one Indian state looks to pass legislation to support women farmers, a judge orders the USDA to restore millions in grants, and Nigeria’s hunger crisis deepens.
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‘Simple But Profound’: Natural Farming Is Changing the Lives of Millions in India
Andhra Pradesh Community Managed Natural Farming received the 2026 Food Planet Prize for leading one of the world’s largest agroecology programs.
Agriculture Groups Push for Renewal of USMCA Trade Deal
The future of USMCA is uncertain after the U.S. declined renewal, worrying agriculture groups about the risks to the future of agricultural trade.
On the Ground with Dani Nierenberg: Differently Abled, Fully Capable
Farmers with disabilities are too often overlooked, but they are growing food, supporting their families, and strengthening their communities every day.
Continuing a Family Legacy with Pig Farming
Raising pigs humanely and in the fresh air and sunshine was never a question for the Calmers.
Op-Ed | Smart Farming Is Not the Future. It Is Already Here.
The next agricultural revolution is underway.
Case Studies From Ireland: Making Sustainability Good Business
As companies think about investing in more sustainable models, these brands are showing their peers that there’s a business case to be made.
How Transitioning Away from Chemical Fertilizers Pays Off for Farmers
Farmers foregoing chemical inputs are thriving. As fertilizer prices surge, their neighbors are noticing.
Food Tank’s Weekly News Roundup: El Nino Begins, 10,000 Farmers Empowered, Britain’s Dairy Farmers Hits New Low
This week El Niño begins, a program empowers 10,000 farmers and is continuing to grow, and the number of Britain’s dairy farmers drops below 7,000 for the first time ever.
Where Does Women’s Health Fit into the International Year of the Woman Farmer?
Women in agricultural communities are farmers. They’re also caregivers, nutrition providers, innovators, pillars of their communities, and so much more.
How the USDA’s Reorganization Is Straining American Agriculture
The U.S. government is closing a top research lab, pulling vital resources that beekeepers rely on.
New E-Library Expands Access to Global Coffee Agroforestry Research
A new global database aims to make coffee agroforestry research more accessible, supporting climate resilience, farmer livelihoods, and sustainable supply chains.
A Regenerative Farm Becomes a Lifeline for Community and Youth
A once-neglected property in Maryland has grown into a thriving farm that connects food, education, and community.
The Path Forward from Global Water Bankruptcy
The world is facing a state of water bankruptcy that will force food and agriculture systems to adapt.
Organic Farmland Investment: Turning Farmers into Owners
Iroquois Valley Farmland REIT is giving organic farmers a direct stake in the land they tend, turning long-term stewards into shareholders.
Food Tank Explains: The Farm Bill
From conservation funding to nutrition assistance, the Farm Bill affects farmers, consumers, and food systems nationwide.
A Farmer’s Dream Takes Root on 22 Acres of Forgotten Christmas Trees
Austin Ehrisman’s father thought he was “a little bit crazy” when started farming on an old Christmas tree farm.
In Kenya, Better Information Helps Farmers Manage Risk
Farming is risky, especially in countries like Kenya that are dependent on rainfall. In the face of uncertainty, researchers are helping producers make the best decisions they can.
Food Tank Explains: True Cost Accounting
True Cost Accounting reveals the hidden costs of food systems—and how they shape health, environment, and equity.
Op-Ed | Consumers Think Regenerative Means No Pesticides. They’re Often Wrong.
Some regenerative labeling programs still allow the use of synthetic pesticides, including substances linked to cancer and infertility.