Farmers

30 Years of Farmers Teaching Farmers

Teresa Opheim explains why farmers are the best teachers for other farmers.

Farmers Can Achieve High Yields While Lowering Environmental Footprint

Ecological intensification of agriculture allows farmers to achieve high yields from limited land without degrading the natural environment.

Farmer Spotlight: Jennifer Long Escalated Her Backyard Garden Into A Full-Fledged Farm

Food Tank spotlights Jennifer and Bruce Long, organic farmers in Biolley, Puntarenas Costa Rica.

Educating their Grandchildren, One Harvest at a Time

Improved harvests have allowed Paul and Alice Barasa to plan for the future.

Growing Ideas: Projects Work to Spread Agricultural Innovations

Scientific Animations Without Borders and the SANREM knowledgebase are implementing creative approaches to spreading new ideas and technologies in agriculture.

Farming Pioneer Joel Salatin’s Secrets to Reconnecting with Your Food

Polyface Farm is simple in its complexity. By working with nature, Joel Salatin has had a positive impact on the food chain.

Growing Farmers Around the Globe

Training new farmers is key to feeding the world. These educational programs are up to the task.

Small-Scale Farming to Stop Cocaine Production

As Colombia halts its aerial spraying program, the alternative development programs look to turn farmers towards legal agriculture.

Kuli Kuli Brings Nutrition to West Africa by Bringing Moringa to America

Kuli Kuli harnesses the power of superfood “moringa” to bring cross-national nutrition to those in need.

Recipes for Change: Chefs Feature Ingredients from Small Farmers Adapting to Climate Change

Chefs and farmers are working together in the developing world to adapt to a changing climate and create unique #RecipesForChange.

James Beard Foundation Announces Sixth Annual Conference

The James Beard Foundation announces its sixth annual conference: Rethinking the Future of Food.

Food Sovereignty and Farmers of Color: An Interview with Natasha Bowens

Food Tank interviews Natasha Bowens, author of the new book, The Color of Food.

Helping Farming Thrive in the Hudson Valley

Glynwood operates a number of programs to help farming thrive and ensure its viability in the Hudson Valley region.

In Cages and Pastures: Sonia Faruqi’s New Book Takes a Closer Look at Animal Agriculture

Sonia Farqui’s new book takes a deeper look into animal agriculture and what it means for people and the planet.

Plant Breeding for Farmers, by Farmers

Learn how Organic Seed Alliance’s innovative Participatory Plant Breeding programs contribute to diversity conservation and agricultural innovation.

For Farmers, By Farmers: An Interview with WeFarm on their Community-Building Technology

WeFarm uses SMS messaging to help small-scale farmers solve issues around the world.

Occupy the Farm: Documentary Explores Activism in Urban Farming

Occupy the Farm tells the story of 200 urban farmers in California who took action to save a publicly-owned research farm.

250 Must-Follow Twitter Feeds For Every Food Activist

Here are 250 Twitter accounts for every food activist to follow.

To Attract Young Farmers, Offer Financial Support

A new House Bill proposes to forgive student loans of those pursuing a career in farming.

15 Ways to Donate 15 Dollars to Build Food Justice Right Now

Food Tank highlights 15 ways to donate US$15 to a more just food system.

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