New survey highlights tension between love for the land and trying to make ends meet among North American family farmers.
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The Last Hunger Season Film Series and the Importance of Family Farming
The Last Hunger Season Film Series profiles the struggles and successes of family farmers in Kenya.
For Smallholder Farmers, Tenure Makes a Crucial Difference in Livelihoods
New guidelines improve tenure security for smallholder farmers around the world.
The Future of Family Farming: Providing Resources for Women and Young Farmers
Including men in community gender trainings, promoting agricultural workforce development, and educating women and youth were all part of this discussion.
10 Chefs Helping to Revolutionize Sustainable Food
Ten chefs grow food either at their restaurants or nearby, sourcing more directly and locally than ever.
WEBINAR: Reducing Farm Losses from Farm to Market with Lisa Kitinoja
On October 15, Food Tank will host an exclusive webinar featuring Lisa Kitinoja, founder of The Postharvest Education Foundation (PEF).
Top 10+ Urban Gardens and Markets in Houston
Houston’s diverse urban agriculture projects reflect the city’s desire to grow and share healthy food with hungry Texans.
Scaling Up Agroecological Solutions, Farmer to Farmer
The benefits and use of agroecological farming will be investigated and shared at the International Symposium on Agroecology for Food and Nutrition Security.
Farmer Story: In Burundi, Viola Nsengiyumva Turns Two Acres Into a Profitable Business
In Burundi, farmer Viola finally turns a profit with support from One Acre Fund.
This 2,000 Hectare Farm in the Desert Feeds Most of Jordan
In the deserts of South Jordan, modern and ancient farming techniques are allowing efficient crop growth.
Tell Policymakers: Support Young Farmers Around the Globe!
It’s time for a revolution in the food system—young and new farmers need government support to nourish future generations.
Changing the Way We Farm Could Offset the World’s Greenhouse Gas Emissions
A new paper by the Rodale Institute discusses how regenerative organic agriculture can offset the globe’s greenhouse gas emissions via carbon sequestration.
Manure Drives the Production of Sustainable Cheese
Manure leads the way for green sustainability on the U.K.’s largest cheese farm.
In Brazil, 17,000 Peasant Farmers Unite to Advocate for Sustainable Livelihoods
The Landless Workers Movement and other peasant-led movements are changing energy policies in Brazil.
Food for Tomorrow: The New York Times Gathers Food Experts to Discuss the Future of Food
Food for Tomorrow, organized by The New York Times, will provide a unique opportunity for collaboration on solutions to hunger, obesity, and poverty.
Camden Children’s Garden Brings Fresh Food to New Jersey’s Biggest Food Desert
Camden Children’s Garden is bringing fresh food and youth development to New Jersey’s biggest food desert.
Befriending that Pesky Purslane
Compared to other greens, even spinach, purslane is a nutritional powerhouse.
10 Innovative Urban Agriculture Projects in San Diego, California
San Diego, California is home to a cornucopia of innovative and inspiring urban agriculture initiatives.
Biodynamics: Not Just a Way of Farming, But a Way of Life
Where do spirituality and agriculture meet? Biodynamic agriculture explores and celebrates this intersection.
Ten Young People Who Are Changing the Food System
These 10 young entrepreneurs from around the world are changing the way we grow, prepare, consume, and think about food.
