After winning the Smart Cities Challenge, the County of Wellington implemented two pilot programs to reinforce climate-resilient food security.
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Careit: Turning Food Surplus into Community Solutions
Careit wants to transform food donation by connecting surplus food to nonprofits, expanding programs, and promoting sustainability.
Predicting Global Fisheries Risks: Inside WWF’s Oceans Futures Platform
A new platform helps advocates push for sustainable oceans, resilient communities, and access to nutritious blue foods for a better future.
Dispatch From The UN Climate Change Conference: Monday, Dec. 11
At COP28, the food movement showed its strength, demonstrating there are countless pathways to follow and impactful actions to take.
Unlocking Capital Will Pave the Way for Food Systems Change
What will investors need to fund the transformation of food and agriculture systems?
Mexico’s Agricultural Landscape: Overcoming Climate Challenges for a Sustainable Future
H.E Víctor M. Villalobos believes that technology will be central in helping farmers across North America adapt to the changing climate.
Dispatch from the U.N. Climate Change Conference: Saturday, Dec. 9
COP28 is highlighting calls for action regarding the meat industry, food loss and waste, and social equity in climate transformation.
Building a More Sustainable Meat Industry with Data, Partnerships, and Collaboration
The North American Meat Institute is prioritizing data sharing to help meat companies transition to more sustainable practices.
Pay-What-You-Can Farm Stands Flourish Amidst Soaring Food Insecurity and Inflation in the U.S.
The rise of pay-what-you-can farm stands is becoming a beacon of hope amidst the persistent challenges of food insecurity and inflation across the United States.
Saving Seeds Today Protects Food Systems Tomorrow
Seed saving is offers a way to regain control over food production and build resilient and local food systems.
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.
Op-Ed: Feeding Fairness: World Leaders Can Address Inequality-Food Security Links in Rome this Month
A healthy diet is out of reach for nearly half of the world’s population even while food manufacturers and global seed giants continue to report record profits.
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.
FDA 101: FDA’s Work on a Front-of-Package Labeling Scheme to Empower Healthy Eating
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is taking a significant step towards healthier eating with their innovative front-of-package labeling system.
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.
Remembering M.S. Swaminathan: Indian Agriculture Scientist Leaves a Legacy of Hope for Humanity at 98
Swaminathan’s journey, from pioneering cross-breed wheat seeds that curbed famine to his advocacy for sustainable farming practices, has left a lasting mark on global agriculture.
FDA 101: FDA Prioritizes Nutrition Initiatives to Help Shape a Healthier Future for America
With a century of evolution and legislative backing, the FDA works to safeguard the food supply, empower consumers with accurate labeling, and propel science-backed policies.
The Fight Against Food Apartheid in Shreveport, Louisiana
Shreveport Green is working to address shortcomings in local food systems and ensure that communities have access to fresh, nutritious food.
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.
