There is a growing movement to incorporate local, traditional crops into breadmaking and reduce Senegal’s reliance on imports.
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NYC Unveils First Ever Roadmap to Revolutionize Food Education in Public Schools
The roadmap outlines goals and strategies to improve healthy eating habits among K-12 students in New York City’s public schools.
In the UAE, this Farm Wants to Create an Ecosystem of Sustainable Agriculture
The UAE imports between 80-90 percent of its food supply. Can that change?
Community-Driven Science Paves the Way for Sustainable Development
A new study underscores what can be achieved when researchers work hand-in-hand with local communities.
Join Us on June 20th for a Summit on Advancing Food Is Medicine Approaches
Join us on June 20th for the extraordinary Food Tank Summit in Boston, where we’re advancing the transformative concept of food as medicine.
1 in 14 Seniors Faces Food Insecurity. We Need to Step Up Our Efforts to Help Them
What if it were possible for country’s elders to simply call grocery stores to place orders that could then be delivered?
Finding the Humanity in Legislation: Unpacking the 2023 Farm Bill
The next Farm Bill is likely to be the most expensive one in U.S. history. What can we expect?
Mexico’s Proposed GM Corn Ban Sparks North American Trade Turmoil
From shaking up the American corn lobby to protecting traditional crops in Mexico, see how a ban on genetically modified corn could transform agriculture.
Funding for the Future of Rwandan Food and Nutrition Needs
Investments in the future of Rwanda’s food systems are not only addressing the immediate needs of communities, but also their longterm resilience.
Growth of Regenerative Farming in Greece
Regenerative farming can improve soil health. Can these practices also help communities reduce the severity of wildfires?
With the Support of Innovative Businesses, Google Looks to Transition to a Circular Economy
Google is asking companies with innovative packaging solutions to apply for their Single-Use Plastics Challenge.
Want To See the Future of the Food System In Action? Visit Your Local Farmers Market!
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Transforming Agriculture: Unleashing the Potential of Women Agriculturalists
Trainings focused on formalizing gender equity can help empower women in agricultural communities.
From Farm to Table: Chefs Unite to Advocate for Healthy Soils and a Sustainable Future
By telling eaters the story behind their food, chefs can help others understand how their dietary choices impact the environment.
MAZON Launches The Hunger Museum: A Digital Journey Through America’s History of Hunger
MAZON: A Jewish Response to Hunger has recently launched The Hunger Museum to share the story of hunger throughout America’s past, and reveal how this can shape a hunger-free future.
Google Seeks Sustainable Packaging Options to Eliminate Single-Use Plastics
Google is calling on innovative companies to help them replace single-use plastics with reusable packaging options.
Why The Right To Repair Agricultural Equipment is Crucial To Food Security
Many farmers in the U.S. are denied the right to repair their tractors, putting their livelihoods at risk. A movement to change this is growing across the country.
Stakeholders ‘Think Bigger’ About Solutions to Food Waste
Food waste experts argue that greater investment is needed to scale solutions and drive progress toward ending food loss and waste.
GrowNYC Workers Secure Historic Union Victory, Paving the Way for Better Conditions in the Food Supply Chain
The victory comes three weeks after a delegation of GrowNYC employees demanded voluntary recognition of their union.
Food Trails: A Vision for Urban Food Systems
With 11 pilot projects around the European Union, Food Trails is encouraging the development of sustainable, urban food systems.
