From food policies that address food security and food waste, to innovative quantitative technologies, to the celebration of young food leaders, 2016 has had many a noteworthy food moment thus far.
Innovation and Technology
117 Organizations to Watch in 2017
As 2017 rolls in, food movements, people, and organizations are rallying to remove inequitable and damaging practices. Food Tank presents 117 initiatives which are at the forefront of sustainable development.
Connect with the Leading Edge of Food Innovation: Future Food-Tech
Looking for a way to engage with the leading edge of food investment and technology? ReThink Events will have the Future Food-Tech Summit in San Francisco on March 29 and 30. At the event, investors, start-ups, technology companies, and food…
Food Sustainability Media Award to Highlight Food System Paradoxes, Propose Solutions
BCFN and the Thomson Reuters Foundation launched a Food Sustainability Media Award to recognize exceptional professional and up and coming storytellers in written, photo, and video.
Ten Questions with Karen Lehman, Director, Fresh Taste
Food Tank had the chance to speak with Karen Lehman, Director at Fresh Taste, who will be speaking at this year’s Food Tank Summit in Chicago.
Confronting a Global Epidemic of Obesity and Disease: An Interview with Jack Fisher
Food Tank talks to Jack Fisher of NCDFREE. NCDFREE is a global nonprofit that uses social and creative media, and educational and collaborative events to mobilize world citizens and push for change in the battle against noncommunicable diseases.
Promoting Dialogue on Sustainable Food Security: An Interview with Matthew Fielding
The Swedish International Agricultural Network Initiative seeks to promote dialogue and collaboration on global agricultural development.
Groundswell International Panel on Agroecology and Food Sovereignty
Leaders in global food sovereignty will gather for a conversation about the challenges and opportunities in implementing agroecology across the globe.
NYC AgTech Week Underway
NYC AgTech Week is back for its second year with over 18 events, ranging from for-profit to nonprofit urban agricultural endeavors.
Responsible Cooking is New Norm at Copenhagen’s “Amass”
Matthew Orlando shares his thoughts on Amass Restaurant’s attempt at zero food waste.
FAO and the Self-Employed Women’s Association Announce Partnership
The U.N. Food and Agriculture Organization announced that it will form a partnership with the Self-Employed Women’s Association in India.
FAO Highlights Increased Drought in Caribbean
The U.N. Food and Agriculture Organization released a report on the impact of climate change on agriculture in the Caribbean region.
The World Resources Institute and Reforming the Food System
The World Resources Institute has launched several innovative initiatives to ensure we can feed more than nine billion people by 2050.
Rise of the Small Farm Robots
Small farm robots that optimize farm operations and improve land management are bringing big changes to the field of agriculture.
Conscious Food Consumption at Berlin’s Restlos Glücklich
Berlin\’92s Restlos Gl\’fccklich utilizes education and example to foster conscious food consumption and stronger food appreciation.
England’s Paignton Zoo: Feeding Animals from the Ground Up
Check out why the Paignton Zoo, located in Devon, England, implements hydroponics to nourish its animals.
Interview with Dr. Nick Rose, Australian Food System Activist
Dr. Nick Rose, Executive Director of Sustain, talks to Food Tank about building a fair and resilient food system in Australia.
Ten Questions with Matt Wadiak, Co-Founder, COO, and Executive Chef at Blue Apron
Food Tank spoke with Matt Wadiak, Co-Founder, COO, and Executive Chef at Blue Apron, who will be speaking at the Farm Tank Summit in Sacramento.
Ten Questions with Nick Papadopoulos, CEO and Co-Founder of CropMobster
Food Tank spoke with Nick Papadopoulos, CEO and Co-Founder of CropMobster, who will be speaking at the Farm Tank Summit in Sacramento.
Interview with Thomas McQuillan of Baldor Specialty Foods
Food Tank had the opportunity to speak with Thomas McQuillan of Baldor Specialty Foods about the company\’92s sustainability efforts.