Farmers

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…

Don’t Farm Naked

Traditional cover cropping techniques that enrich soil, protect staple crops from disease, and prevent erosion are being rediscovered.

19 Organic Food Organizations and Businesses Working to Protect Consumers and the Global Environment

Consumers and businesses are working together to maintain the rigorous standards of the organic label.

Saving California Agriculture Through Innovative Solutions

The California Climate and Agriculture Network is working toward better agriculture and environmental policies in California and the United States.

Using Grassroots Organizing to Protect and Support Idaho

The Idaho Organization of Resource Councils speaks with Food Tank about their initiatives to improve the economic well-being of their communities.

Building Healthy Farms and Healthy Communities: An Interview with John Steven Bianucci

Food Tank discusses regenerative agriculture, family farms, and the importance of young farmers with John Steven Bianucci from Iroquois Valley Farms.

Farmer Spotlight: Chris Melancon, Retired Army Ranger Finds His Passion on the Farm

Chris Melancon started his career as an Airborne Ranger in the United States Army and is now a sustainable farmer.

5 Ways to Improve Workers’ Rights in the Food System

This Labor Day, Food Tank is recognizing the social justice, equality, fair wages, and safety that all farm and food workers deserve.

Navigating the Local Food System with RealTimeFarms.com

RealTimeFarms.com helps consumers take advantange of local food.

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.

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