2016 is the U.N. International Year of Pulses, which will celebrate the sustainability of grain legumes.
Food Security
Gaining Ground Teaches Organic Farming While Feeding Massachusetts’ Hungry
Gaining Ground is a volunteer-driven organization striving to grow organic produce for Massachusetts’ food insecure population.
In Des Moines, the Food Bank of Iowa Uses Schools to Alleviate Food Insecurity
Through numerous food distribution schemes, the Food Bank of Iowa hopes to achieve its vision of a hunger-free Iowa.
The Crop Trust Calls for Conservation of Genetic Crop Diversity
The Crop Trust works to establish international food security by conserving crop diversity through the collection of seeds from all over the world.
Agriculture as a Gateway to Poverty Alleviation
The Chicago Council of Global Affairs aims to generate discussion of global food security issues.
Whole Foods Partnering with Urban Farming Project to Improve Food Security in Chicago Neighborhood
Whole Foods and local organizations are teaming up to bring a new store to Englewood.
Fighting Hunger with Fruit: The New Orleans Fruit Tree Project
The New Orleans Fruit Tree Project allows fruit tree owners to donate their surplus harvest to feed the hungry.
Collaboration is Key to Alaska’s Food Security
The Alaska Food Policy Council is encouraging collaboration in its mission to increase access to healthy, local, and traditional foods.
Improving Access to Food to Energize a City
Through its Urban Food Project, REV Birmingham is working to energize the city and promote economic development in Birmingham.
116 Orgs You Might Not Have Heard About, But Should Know in 2016
This year, Food Tank is featuring 116 organizations you may not have heard about, but should look out for over the new year.
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.
