Food Security

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.

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.

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