Food Security

IFAD Reveals Inadequate News Coverage of Climate Threats

IFAD released a new report at COP21 revealing the missing links between climate change and migration in major news coverage.

Defending the Right to Food at the World Trade Organization

Trade ministers from around the world are concluding a contentious week of negotiations in Nairobi, Kenya under the WTO’s Doha Development Round.

Ecological Farming Practices Needed To Achieve New Climate Targets

It’s time to support a more ecological paradigm of agricultural intensification.

Making California Resilient with Ecology Center

Ecology Center takes on food justice and the drought crisis in California.

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.

Tackling Climate Change and Fighting Hunger Should Go Hand-in-Hand

Climate-related disasters contribute heavily to economic losses and population displacement, while the world population continues to grow.

“Grow Your Own and Share With Everyone You Know”

The Growing Project is addressing food security in Northern Colorado by increasing access to local produce into the community.

Refugees Grow Roots in the United States

The International Rescue Committee New Roots program helps resettled refugees grow food in U.S. cities.

This Holiday Season, 3 Farmers Struggling with Food Insecurity Remind Us to Give Thanks

Smallholder farmers in Africa tell the story of what it’s like to grapple with food insecurity, including their favorite dishes to cook from their crops.

Real, Good Food: Chef-Advocate Maria Hines Serves up More than Dinner

Chef Maria Hines is a powerhouse advocate for real, organic food. Food Tank spoke with her to find out more about her excellent work.

Fighting Hunger and Obesity in the Central Gulf Coast

Bay Area Food Bank is rising to the challenge of feeding people and combatting obesity.

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.

Mars Food Commits to 100 Percent Sustainable Rice By 2020

Mars Food is the first to commit to a new standard for sustainable rice production.

Agricultural Growth Corridors Proposed in Dakar

Senegal may convert large areas of land to agriculture through a growth corridor concept.

Building a Vibrant Food System and Bolstering Local Economies

Wholesome Wave is inspiring underserved communities to make healthier food choices.

Community-Based Food Rescue Programs Providing a Solution to Hunger and Food Waste

Table to Table uses community-based programs to rescue edible food waste and distribute meals to hungry families through partner organizations.

Coalition Building to Fight Food Insecurity

Alaska Food Coalition creates a place for its members to share the best practices and methods for distributing food.

Nurturing the Growth and Resiliency of Food and Farming Systems in Wisconsin

MFAI speaks with Food Tank about their initiatives to nurture the ecological, social, and economic resiliency of food and farming systems in Wisconsin.

Ending Hunger and Shaping Policy in Utah

Utahns Against Hunger uses education and nutrition programs to fight for better food security in Utah.

Rescuing Food to Feed Portland’s Hungry Families

Urban Gleaners is rescuing edible food to be redistributed to hungry families throughout Portland.

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