Chef Maria Hines is a powerhouse advocate for real, organic food. Food Tank spoke with her to find out more about her excellent work.
Farmers
Farmer Spotlight: Steve McLeod Swapped Dirt For Fish at his Urban Farm
Food Tank spotlights aquaponic farmer Steve McLeod.
We Feed the Planet Puts Young Farmers in Control of Food Security
Slow Food’s We Feed the Planet Conference highlights the importance of farmer directed innovation.
Valuing the Landscape in Tanzania: A Study of Maasai Pastoralism and Agriculture
A recent study measures the economic value of traditional land management practices in Tanzania.
Farmer Spotlight: Mary Benson Believes in the Power of Small Farmers
Food Tank’s farmer spotlight series highlights Wisconsin farmer Mary Benson.
Imperfect Implications
Minnesota study observes the effect that selling ugly produce has on the economy.
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.
Urban Farming in Downtown Las Vegas
Vegas Roots is working to bring together the diverse community of Las Vegas by growing organic produce and promoting healthy lifestyles.
Building a Vibrant Food System and Bolstering Local Economies
Wholesome Wave is inspiring underserved communities to make healthier food choices.
Connecting Farmers and Ranchers to Promote the Sharing of Sustainability Efforts
AgChat Foundation connects farmers and ranchers through social media to promote the sharing of knowledge and agriculture advocacy.
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 Chesapeake Bay Blueprint for Economically, Environmentally Sustainable Agriculture
Future Harvest CASA believes Chesapeake Bay farmers can’t be truly sustainable if they don’t master the fundamentals of business.
Farmer Spotlight: Tom Deacon, Looks to Ben Franklin as his Farm Hero
Tom Deacon grow herbs and leafy greens at his farm in Westchester County, New York.
Family Farmers Feed the World
The Family Farming Knowledge Platform supports family farmers around the world.
Ending Hunger and Shaping Policy in Utah
Utahns Against Hunger uses education and nutrition programs to fight for better food security in Utah.
Farmer Spotlight: Karen Burwinkel’s Family Farm Started in 1918
Karen Burwinkel works on her family farm in Ross, Ohio, which has been in operation since 1918.
Taking Control of El Paso Del Norte’s Food Destiny
La Semilla Food Center discusses the seeds they have planted and how the community is working to foster them.
HungerFree Doubles Up Its Efforts to End Global Hunger
Food Tank sat down with HungerFree’s Paul Newnham to find out more about the growing movement to end global hunger.
International Permaculture Conference: Designing the World We Want
600 people came together in London to discuss permaculture, agriculture, and more.
Farmer Spotlight: Elizabeth Mcharo Shines On Her Farm in Tanzania.
Food Tank spotlights Tanzanian farmer Elizabeth Charles Mcharo.
