Farmers

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.

Promoting and Supporting Local Independent Farms in South Carolina

Lowcountry Local First is working to promote and support new local independent farms through advocacy and education.

Expanding Local Food Movement into “Good Food” Business Sector

Marketplace response to consumers’ changing demands is a powerful message for the food movement to convey.

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.

Farmer Spotlight: Lenin Nyakinya Feeds His Household and Community With His Farm

Food Tank spotlights farmer Lenin Nyakinya. His favorite crop to grow is bell peppers (capsicum).

The Protein Challenge 2040: A Roadmap to the Future of Protein

An innovative forum brings together key players to address a more sustainable future for protein.

America’s Shrinking Farms: A look at more sustainable food production

Food Tank speaks with Dory Carr-Harris about feeding the future.

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.

Building the Resilience of African Rural Communities to Disasters and Crisis

In Africa, agriculture supports the livelihoods of over 800 million people (80 percent of the population), providing employment for around 60 percent of the economically active population and 70 percent of the poorest (around 270 million people). Smallholder farmers, pastoralists…

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