Farmers

Marketing that Matters: Audubon Seal Connects Ranchers and Consumers

The Audubon Society’s bird-friendly seal was developed to help eaters choose meat products produced in way that conserves grasslands.

New FoodPrint Report Exposes Shocking Impact of ‘Forever Chemicals’ on the Food System

Eaters can be exposed to PFAS through a number of everyday activities, from drinking water to eating food that contains or has come into contact with these forever chemicals.

Muloma Heritage Center: Bridging the Past, Present, and Future of African Atlantic Foodways

On St. Helena Island, Muloma Heritage Center is creating a space to celebrate and teach visitors about the foodways of the African Diaspora.

Investing In Local Farmers To Build Food Sovereignty for Haiti

By investing in local economies, local peasant associations, and local solutions like agroecology, organizations are rebuilding a self-sufficient food system.

From the Ground Up: Grassroots Movement Transforms Public Food Supply Chains, Paving the Way for Justice and Equity

Food Chain Workers Alliance and HEAL Food Alliance shed light on the transformative power of value-based food purchasing in challenging corporate dominance over institutional procurement markets.

Nurturing a Path to Success for Small, Sustainable Sheepherders

Family farmer Levi Wahl hopes to build a business that he can pass on for his children to enjoy as much as he does.

23 Must-Read Books that Will Transform How You Think about Food and the World

This fall, Food Tank invites you to embark on a literary journey with 23 remarkable books that promise to expand and enrich your comprehension of food systems while harnessing the transformative power of storytelling.

Revolutionizing Agrifood Systems: A Blueprint for a Sustainable Future

Read this new report to learn about the vital role of agrifood systems in addressing climate challenges and promoting prosperity.

Foodshed.io Connects Sustainable Producers to Wholesale Markets, Empowering Farmers for Success

Foodshed.io is revolutionizing the local food distribution landscape by addressing inefficiencies and connecting sustainable producers with wholesale and institutional markets.

The Small Farmer Atlas: Learning Lessons from the Original Influencers

The Small Farmer Atlas is an invitation to companies, policymakers and non-profit organizations to center the perspectives of small-scale farmers in the design of procurement processes and sustainability policies.

From Farm to Planet, Lessons on Building Multigenerational Farming and Food Systems

Conversations with family farmers, retailers, food producers, journalists, chefs, and advocates serve as a reminder that we all have a role to play in supporting farmers.

The Farm is Central at Wild Kid Acres

Wild Kid Acres re-centers the role of farms in communities, working to bring nature-mimicking agriculture, education, and a vibrant hub of connection to the heart of their local area.

The Power of Millets and Farmer Research Collaboration

Traditional farming practices have nourished communities for thousands of years. Learning from these techniques can lead to sustainable, equitable solutions to feed the world.

Investing in Farmers Markets as Vehicles for Innovation

During the U.N. Food Systems Summit Stocktaking Moment, speakers underscored the resilience of farmers markets.

Devastating Storm Delivers Unprecedented Blow to Vermont’s Farmers

A historic storm wreaked havoc in Vermont, unleashing nearly nine inches of rain and leaving the state’s farmers reeling from the aftermath.

Ayudando Latinos A Soñar: Creating Support and Resilience Amidst Devastating Floods in California

Ayudando Latinos A Soñar is supporting California farm workers and their families through the record-breaking flooding in 2023.

Empowering Agriculture Entrepreneurs: LadyAgri and the Future of Women-Focused Investments

LadyAgri Impact Investment Hub is forging a future for women agri-entrepreneurs through three pillars: technical assistance, agri-finance, and market access and technology.

Local Grains Promote Food Sovereignty in West Africa: “This Is the Future of Baking”

There is a growing movement to incorporate local, traditional crops into breadmaking and reduce Senegal’s reliance on imports.

Community-Driven Science Paves the Way for Sustainable Development

A new study underscores what can be achieved when researchers work hand-in-hand with local communities.

Why The Right To Repair Agricultural Equipment is Crucial To Food Security

Many farmers in the U.S. are denied the right to repair their tractors, putting their livelihoods at risk. A movement to change this is growing across the country.

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