The soil is made up of air, water, decayed plant residue, organic matter, and minerals, such as sand, silt, and clay. Increasing soil organic matter typically improves soil health, as this organic matter affects several critical soil functions. Healthy soils…
Food Tank Lists
13 U.S. Companies Failing on Deforestation-Free Beef
All 13 US consumer goods companies scored by USC for the strength of their deforestation-free beef policies and procedures received a score of “limited” or “very limited.”
Ten Farmers You Need to Know
From Uganda to Hong Kong, these are 10 farmers you need to know.
10 Student-led Initiatives Aiming to Promote Agriculture on U.S. Campuses
Students from across the United States are developing initiatives to promote agriculture on campus.
7 Tips to a Food Waste-Free Thanksgiving
This Thanksgiving, one of the best ways to be grateful for what you have is to avoid wasting it. Here are tips for a waste-free holiday.
20 Organizations Fighting For Food Justice
Discover folks around the world fighting for food justice in their own communities and across borders.
11 Projects Promoting Veteran Health and Sustainable Food Systems
This Veterans Day, let us honor all those brave men and women who continue to serve and protect our families.
Women and biodiversity: five new Slow Food presidia with females at the fore
The sweet pink tomatoes of a small region in Bulgaria are overshadowed by high-yield varieties.
Twenty Magazines for People Who Eat, Cook, or Grow
These 19 magazines offer stories, news, and research on the latest food and agriculture news.
22 Books That Educate and Inspire #LaborDay2016
Twenty-two new books selected by Food Tank for fall 2016 that enlighten, educate, and inspire changemakers in the food movement.
20 Native North American Foods with Stories to Tell
Twenty indigenous North American crops important to the histories and cultures of Native Americans and early settlers.
Eight Countries Taking Action Against Harmful Food Marketing
Countries around the world are taking action to combat harmful junk-food advertising.
Women We Love: 25 Influential Women in Food and Agriculture
This list highlights 25 powerful women in food and agriculture across the world.
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.
20 Organizations Advocating for More Responsible Use of Antibiotics in Agriculture
These organizations are working to restrict the irresponsible use of antibiotics in agriculture.
21 Food and Agriculture Organizations Fighting Climate Change
These 21 organizations are taking the lead in the global effort to fight climate change in the food system.
Twenty Chefs Unite to Save the Oceans, Feed the World
Globally-acclaimed chefs will unite in Spain on March 17, 2015 to announce support for Oceana’s Save the Oceans: Feed the World campaign.
101 Facts That Make Us Hopeful About the Future of Food
Food Tank is highlighting 101 stories of hope, innovation, and success, in creating a better food system.
10 Ways You Can Grow a Better Food System
Food Tank shares small, sustainable ways to help grow a better food system – minus the dirty hands.
11 Apps for Your Next Trip to the Farmers Market
Find local farmer’ markets that support in-season organic food and make the best market shopping choices using your smartphone.
