With the upcoming Farm Bill, policymakers have the opportunity to support historically underrepresented farmers and ranchers.
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Let’s Tell Our Kids Bedtime Stories About Food Systems
Activism, advocacy and involvement in food and agriculture issues can and should start at an early age.
A Network for Independent Family Farmers: “It’s Like a Family”
Niman Ranch’s network allows farmers to maintain their independence while receiving critical resources and support.
The New Publication Putting Eyes on Food and Agriculture Policy
Food Fix is breaking down U.S. food and agriculture policy for general readers and policy insiders, alike.
21 Children’s Books Spreading Love for Food and Community
Food Tank is highlighting 21 titles to help inspire youth to take an interest in the food they eat and the world around them.
Climate Action Must Include Nutrition
The climate crisis exacerbates hunger and malnutrition by threatening the nutritional quality of crops as well as crop productivity.
‘Raw Deal’ Tells All in U.S. Big Meat Exposé
A new book shows the U.S. meat industry, as it currently exists, cannot survive.
Tufts Researchers Reveal Important Dietary Trends Across 185 Countries
A recent report reveals there has been limited improvement in global diets over the last three decades.
Op-Ed: Soil Connects Us to the Earth
Soils are living, biodiverse ecosystems, home to microscopic organisms that fix nitrogen and break down organic materials.
Celebrating and Reimagining Soul Food
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Christopher Carter discusses the history of soul food, Black veganism, and staying true to his values.
Rockefeller Foundation Announces Farmer-Led, Regenerative Agriculture Grants
The grants will go toward promoting Indigenous and regenerative agriculture.
Can Food Justice Be a Religion?
Food and faith are both simultaneously deeply personal and inherently community-based.
Climate Conference Strengthens Agribusiness Support, Leaves Small-Scale Farmers Behind
Advocates worry that initiatives from COP27 are doing more to support industrial agriculture, which will only worsen the climate crisis.
Database Indicates U.S. Food Supply Is 73 Percent Ultra-Processed
Researchers released a public database of 50,000 foods, helping consumers identify ultra processed foods in their diets.
Reimagine and Re:wild Your College Campus
Re:wild Your Campus is reimagining Colleges without toxic herbicides and pesticides.
Current Laws Fail to Protect Farm Workers from Pesticides
A recent report shows that farm workers are at risk of exposure to harmful pesticides due to failed enforcement of federal and state laws.
Food Donation Can Help Nigeria Fight Hunger and Cut Food Waste
The Global Food Donation Policy Atlas research shows Nigeria could benefit from improved food donation policies.
COP27 Is Over—What Just Happened?
There is a lot of work to do. There’s also time to take a moment and be grateful for the inspiring folks who came together at COP27 to spark important discussions about the role of agriculture and food in the climate crisis.
What’s Next for the Food Movement?
Coming out of COP27, food systems advocates are celebrating their wins, evaluating the shortcomings of the Conference, and preparing for what’s next.
Film Series Says Out with Industrial Agriculture, in with Agroecology in Africa
The benefits of agroecology are backed by scientific evidence, but a recent film shows philanthropists continue to fund industrialized agriculture.
