Industrial Agriculture

Globally, Profits Don’t Begin to Cover Environmental Externalities

Not a single major economic sector generates enough profits to cover environmental externalities.

From Greenhouse to Supermarket: BrightFarms CEO Paul Lightfoot Discusses the Future of Local Food

BrightFarms CEO Paul Lightfoot discusses large-scale production and distribution of local foods for the greater public.

The Protein Challenge 2040: A Roadmap to the Future of Protein

An innovative forum brings together key players to address a more sustainable future for protein.

America’s Shrinking Farms: A look at more sustainable food production

Food Tank speaks with Dory Carr-Harris about feeding the future.

Money Talks, Muffling Dissenters

Public scientists legitimizing industry perspectives, intimidating dissenters.

Chef Acheson Serves Up Endangered Species and Fresh Perspective

Chef Hugh Acheson surprises diners by serving an endangered species.

Dirty Money, Dirty Science

The recent New York Times expose of Big Ag money corrupting research is just the tip of the iceberg.

Don’t Farm Naked

Traditional cover cropping techniques that enrich soil, protect staple crops from disease, and prevent erosion are being rediscovered.

Harvesting the Research: Agricultural Intensification Threatens Soil Biodiversity

Dr. Maria A. Tsiafouli discusses the importance of preserving soil biodiversity.

16 Campaigns that Reveal the REAL Cost of Food

Industrial agriculture is externalizing the environmental and health costs associated with food production, these 16 campaigns fight back.

The GM Labeling Law to End All Labeling Laws

Timothy Wise of Tufts University gives an update on the GMO debate.

In Cages and Pastures: Sonia Faruqi’s New Book Takes a Closer Look at Animal Agriculture

Sonia Farqui’s new book takes a deeper look into animal agriculture and what it means for people and the planet.

250 Must-Follow Twitter Feeds For Every Food Activist

Here are 250 Twitter accounts for every food activist to follow.

The Land Battle: 15 Organizations Defending Land Rights

Here are 15 organizations protecting farmers and their communities against land grabs.

Real Food Media Releases 12 Stunning, New Short Films

Real Food Media just released 12 new, inspirational short films about sustainable food and farming, and you can watch all of them in under an hour.

20 Organizations Advocating for More Responsible Use of Antibiotics in Agriculture

These organizations are working to restrict the irresponsible use of antibiotics in agriculture.

Hungry for Answers: An Interview with the Bartlett Brothers on Big Ag and the Future of Food

Food Tank talks to three Brothers who have challenged Monsanto, Tyson Foods, and Walmart to a Public Debate on the Future of Food.

Factory Farms, Avian Flu, and You

Due to the avian flu outbreak that has affected much of the nation’s egg supply, the U.S. will start importing this popular protein source from overseas.

Accounting for the Hidden Costs of Monoculture Crops

Diversifying farms can rein in the externalized costs of monoculture.

Hannah Freeman: Fair Trade Turns Farmworkers into Change Agents

Fair Trade certified products contribute to better working conditions, health, education, and general wellbeing for farmworkers.