The Decade of Family Farming was established to empower family farmers and rural communities while promoting food system reform. What has it accomplished so far?
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Reforming SNAP Can Help Increase Food Access for People with Disabilities
People with disabilities face higher levels of food insecurity, but reforms to SNAP can help increase access to nutritious food.
Upcycling for Hydroponics in Singapore
Keratin can be upcycled from many kinds of on-farm biowastes, like hair, hooves, feathers, wool, and horns.
Coffee Shop Workers in Maine Form a Union, Reflecting Nationwide Movement
A coffee shop in Brunswick is one of the latest foodservice establishments to form a union in Maine.
The Food Donation Improvement Act Is Headed to President Biden’s Desk
Advocates call the passing of the Food Donation Improvement Act “a monumental win for food policy.”
Congress Passes the Food Donation Improvement Act
The Food Donation Improvement Act will make it easier for food businesses to donate healthy, safe surplus food to those in need.
20 Cookbooks Celebrating Food, Tradition, and Family
For culinary inspiration, check out these 20 cookbooks highlighting dishes from the Mexico and the American South to Portugal and Sri Lanka.
As U.N. Nations Meet Again—this Time, on Biodiversity—What Should We Be Paying Attention to?
COP15 presents a once-in-a-decade opportunity to protect and restore biodiversity. But global leaders can’t do it without acknowledging the role of food and agriculture systems.
What Will Be the Legacy of Today’s Young Farmer Advocates?
Young farmer are advocating for changes that will allow them to develop resilient regional food systems that benefit people and the land.
Diversified Pastured Poultry Models Can Reduce Risk of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza
Shifting away from an industrialized model of poultry production can help reduce the risk of disease and protect animals.
Expanding Halal Options to Meet Student Needs
Community initiatives advocate for more halal options in K-12 schools to meet student needs and address food insecurity.
New Report Calls for Advancing Equity in Agriculture for the 2023 Farm Bill
With the upcoming Farm Bill, policymakers have the opportunity to support historically underrepresented farmers and ranchers.
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.
