Food Heroes

Ten Questions with Ali Berlow, Author of “The Food Activist Handbook”

Food Tank spoke with Ali Berlow, the author of “The Food Activist Handbook,” who will be speaking at the Food Tank Summit in Washington, D.C.

Ten Questions with Amanda Oborne, Vice President of Food and Farms at Ecotrust

Food Tank spoke with Amanda Oborne, the Vice President of Food and Farms at Ecotrust, who will be speaking at the Food Tank Summit in Washington, D.C.

Ten Questions with Jason Clay, Senior Vice President of Markets at WWF

Food Tank spoke with Jason Clay, the Senior Vice President of Food & Markets at WWF, who will be speaking at the Food Tank Summit in Washington, D.C.

Changing The Future of Fish

Sustainable seafood organizations are working to save fish and oceans worldwide.

The Fight for Equality in Farming: International Women’s Day 2016 #IWD2016

Food Tank highlights 15 powerful organizations working to uplift women in the food and agriculture field.

Local Food Fuels Rural Main Street Mojo

Small Kentucky downtown wakes up with economic stimulus from local food.

10 Farmer Training Programs Helping Veterans Heal

Programs across the country are helping veterans transition to a new, productive life working in food and agriculture.

The ABCs of Nutrition: Food Literacy Center Changes Student Behavior Towards Food

The Food Literacy Center inspires Sacramento kids to eat more fruits and vegetables.

STAG VETS Showcases Veterans in Culinary and Agriculture

STAG VETS is a veterans program and business designed to train and employ veterans in culinary arts and agriculture.

Become a Member of Food Tank AND Groundswell International this #GivingTuesday

Today, on this global day of giving, Food Tank is very excited to partner with Groundswell International to provide two memberships in one!

Researching the Remains: A Leftovers Q&A with Food Historian Helen Veit

Michigan State University history professor Helen Veit researched the history of leftovers and discovered results anyone with a fridge will want to know about.

We Feed the Planet Puts Young Farmers in Control of Food Security

Slow Food’s We Feed the Planet Conference highlights the importance of farmer directed innovation.

In Memory of Sesele Sokotela: A Pioneer for Food Security In Zambia

Dr. William Burke remembers Sesele Sokotela, a scientist who was devoted to improving food security in Zambia.

Bees Build a Community Buzz

The triangle between Apiary, Community, and Environment.

Chef Acheson Serves Up Endangered Species and Fresh Perspective

Chef Hugh Acheson surprises diners by serving an endangered species.

Don’t Farm Naked

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

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.

Restaurants Taking Charge and Making Change

Restaurants have an important role to play in building food access, food skills, and education and engagement through food.

Community Shop Takes Grocery Shopping to the Next Level

Community Shop provides low-cost food and related support services to low-income communities through partnering with retailers to save fresh surplus food.

Hungry for Answers: An Interview with the Bartlett Brothers on Big Ag and the Future of Food

Food Tank talks to three Brothers who have challenged Monsanto, Tyson Foods, and Walmart to a Public Debate on the Future of Food.