Hunger

Food Stamp Use Rises in U.S., Along with Poverty

Food stamp use in the U.S. continues to grow, gaining attention from lawmakers keen on cutting important safety net programs.

Study: Crop Yield Trends Not on Track to Meet Global Demand in 2050

A new study warns that global production of food crops is not increasing quickly enough to meet the world’s projected needs in 2050.

FAO Promotes New Agroforestry Rules

The U. N. Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) says new rules and policies will need to be implemented around the world in order to fully realize agroforestr

Widowhood and Equal Land Rights: An Ignored Injustice

This guest post from Girls’ Globe illustrates how global attention towards widows pales in comparison to other women’s issues.

Weeds Make Their Way from Garden to Gourmet

Weeds are becoming increasingly popular with reputable chefs and are making their way into farmers’ markets and grocery stores alike.

13 Books on the Food System That Could Save the Environment

Check out these 13 books that identify and explain the problems in the food system—and how to make changes in it.

Pro-Natura’s Biochar “Super Vegetable Gardens”

Pro-Natura is launching a multi-faceted program to incorporate biochar into tropical agricultural farming methods.

System of Rice Intensification a Sustainable Option for Family Farmers

By simultaneously benefiting smallholder farmers and the environment, System of Rice Intensification methodology could be the face of the future of farming.

Food Hero Series: Interview with Selina Juul

Food Tank interviews Selina Juul, Danish food waste expert and founder of the Stop Wasting Food movement in preparation for World Environment Day.

Brazil’s Locally Sourced School Lunches

Brazil’s successful school meals program requires 30 percent of all food served in public schools must be locally sourced from family farmers.

Seven South and Central American Initiatives Empowering Women

Women Deliver 2013: Food Tank highlights seven innovations in Central and South America improving food security and empowering women.

Six Middle Eastern Initiatives Empowering Women

Women Deliver 2013: Food Tank highlights seven innovations in the Middle East improving food security and empowering women.

Seven African Initiatives Empowering Women

Women Deliver 2013: Food Tank highlights seven innovations in Africa improving food security and empowering women.

FAO Food Wastage Footprint Project Highlights Best Practices

The FAO launches the Food Wastage Project to document best practices in food waste reduction and quantify the global impacts of food waste on the environment.

IYFF: Women Crucial to Success of Artisan Fisheries in Abidjan

Women play a crucial role in the West African artisan fishing industry, which is an important part of the economy and culture in the Ivory Coast.

Obesity and Inequality in Chile

President Piñera’s Elige Vivir Sano program aims to reduce obesity by educating Chileans about physical activity and nutrition.

Seven North American Initiatives Empowering Women

These seven initiatives across North America are working to protect gender equality and encourage women’s participation in agriculture and the food system.

Food Vouchers a Critical Part of HIV Treatment

HIV treatment and prevention programs from Zimbabwe to New York use innovative food vouchers to combat malnutrition.

40 Organizations That Are Shaking Up the Food System

These 40 organizations are doing invaluable work to change the way we eat, grow, cook, buy, and sell food.

FAO Announces New Voices of the Hungry Project

FAO announces new Voices of the Hungry Project to monitor global food insecurity and hunger from the individual’s perspective.

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