Africa innovatively harnesses the power of mobile technology to improve agricultural practices.
Innovation and Technology
23 Mobile Apps Changing the Food System
These 23 mobile apps are helping eaters, gardeners, and food enthusiasts live more environmentally sustainable, less wasteful, healthy, and delicious lives.
66 Instagram Accounts Helping Cultivate a Better Food System!
One of the fastest-growing social media networks is Instagram– Food Tank highlights 66 Instagram accounts cultivating a better food system!
Three Questions with Emily Broad Leib of Harvard Law School
Food Tank recently had the opportunity to speak with Emily Broad Leib, of Harvard Law School, who will be speaking at the 1st Annual Food Tank Summit.
Five Questions with Shen Tong of Food-X
Food Tank recently had the opportunity to speak with with Shen Tong, founder of Food-X, who was one of the speakers at the 2015 Food Tank Summit in partnership
Five Questions with Scott Davis, former Chief Concept and Innovation Officer at Panera Bread
Food Tank recently had the opportunity to speak with with Scott Davis, formerly of Panera Bread, who was one of the speakers at the 2015 Food Tank Summit.
Five Questions with Rodale Institute’s Coach Mark Smallwood
Food Tank recently had the opportunity to speak with with Coach Mark Smallwood of Rodale Institute, who was one of the speakers at the 2015 Food Tank Summit
Five Questions with Baltimore Food Policy Initiative’s Sarah Buzogany
Food Tank recently had an opportunity to speak with with Sarah Buzogany, Baltimore Food Access Planner, spoke at the 2015 Food Tank Summit.
What is the Most Important Thing We Can All Do to Help Change the Food System?
Food Tank asked summit speakers to answer: “In 140 characters or less – what is the most important thing we can all do to help change the food systems?”
Enter Eat it! Student Prize Competition
The Eat it! student prize will reward students for inventions that can improve food and agriculture.
EPA Launches Food Waste Reduction Toolkit
Food service facilities on the west coast and in the Pacific islands can now benefit from free logistical support from the EPA, aimed at reducing food waste.
Be a Part of the Change: Young Earth Solutions Competition
Students under the age of 35 can submit ideas for sustainable solutions in the food supply chain to the Barilla Center for Food and Nutrition.
TechnoServe: Business Solutions to Poverty
Founded in 1968, TechnoServe connects people to the crucial resources they need to lift themselves from poverty.
Opening the Subcontinent to Agricultural Information Systems
The Global Forum on Agricultural Research seeks ways to increase access to agricultural knowledge and information for small-scale Indian farmers.
Broadcasting Central & West African Agricultural Innovation
CORAF/WECARD is promoting agribusiness in West and Central Africa with over 70 videos on YouTube showcasing innovation and technology
New iPhone App Strives to Increase Food Access in New Orleans
New iPhone app has the potential to increase food security in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Celebrating Farmer Creativity Around the World
The international network Prolinnova hosts Farmer Innovation Fairs across the globe to bring together smallholder farmers and celebrate their creativity.
BCFN YES! Finalists to Present at Sixth International Forum on Food & Nutrition
The ten Barilla Center for Food & Nutrition (BCFN) YES! Finalists will present at the Sixth International Forum on Food and Nutrition December 3–4 in Milan.
Advancing Organic Agriculture Through Online Platforms: An Interview with Kellee James
Mercaris provides an online trading platform for organic and non-GMO agricultural commodities.
West African Farmer Innovations to be Showcased in Burkina Faso this November
Burkina Faso will host an innovation workshop for smallholder farmers across West Africa.