Project Green Challenge consists of 30 days of environmentally-themed challenges to encourage environmental stewardship amongst students and future generations.
Nutrition
The Organic Center Report Says Organic Livestock Can Combat Antibiotic Resistance
A recent report by The Organic Center asserts that organic meat is “the best choice” consumers can make to protect against antibiotic-resistant bacteria.
Leket Israel: A Role Model Food Bank
Leket Israel covers all aspects of food recovery, gathering fresh and high-quality food items that would otherwise be destined for landfill and redistributing to those in need.
Antibiotics in the Food System
Check out what experts presented at the New York Academy of Science and Sackler Institute for Nutrition Science’s conference on antibiotics in the food system and what they mean for public and animal health.
Bee Pharma Africa and a Flying Pharmacy
Bee Pharma Africa hopes to build a coalition for research in the use of bee propolis and other bee products for treating human diseases.
Tax Reduces Junk Food Consumption in Mexico, Says Study
Researchers conducted a study on the effect of a nonessential food tax on the consumption of energy dense foods in Mexico.
Ten Questions with Andrea Lepore, Founder of Lepore Development
Andrea Lepore, Founder of Lepore Development, speaks on going to farmer’s markets, reducing sugar subsidies, and growing up in an Italian-American family.
Five Questions with Ann Tutwiler, Director General of Bioversity International
Food Tank recently had the opportunity to speak to Ann Tutwiler, Director General of Bioversity International, about her work and background in the field.
Support for Urban Agriculture from the Ground Up: Canada’s Parliament Gardens
Learn how the Canadian government demonstrated that urban farming is accessible most anywhere by most anyone through the erection of its Parliament Gardens.
Global Alliance Report Highlights Seed Diversity
A report from the Global Alliance for the Future of Food on importance of farmers in preserving seed biodiversity.
Chicago Council Releases its Annual Global Food Security Report
The Chicago Council released its annual global food security report on how to feed the world\’92s growing cities.
Seven Questions with Myles Bremner, Former National Director of England’s School Food Plan
Food Tank spoke with Myles Bremner, the former National Director of England\’92s School Food Plan, about school food reform in England.
George Washington University’s Food Institute: Connecting Researchers, Organizations, and Students
The GW Food Institute has recently launched a new website to showcase food system research and make connections between students and sustainable food.
Ten Questions with Blake Young, CEO of Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services
Food Tank spoke with Blake Young, CEO of Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services, who will be speaking at the Farm Tank Summit in Sacramento.
Ten Questions with Michael Dimock, President of Roots of Change
Food Tank spoke with Michael Dimock, President of Roots of Change, who will be speaking at the Farm Tank Summit in Sacramento.
Talking Heritage Chicken with Jesse Solomon, Founder & CEO of Emmer & Co.
At Emmer & Co., heritage-breed chickens are key to a healthy, responsible food system.
More Than 200 Attendees at First DC Food Policy Council Meeting
DC Food Policy Council holds inaugural meeting.
Hunger Doesn’t Take a Summer Vacation: 19 Summer Feeding Programs for Kids
During the summer, community organizations find creative ways to feed children who are food insecure.
New Report Urges African Governments to Increase Sustainable Agricultural Practices
The Montpellier Panel released a report calling on African governments to increase sustainable agricultural efforts.
Healthy Retail Programs Help Transform Local Corner Stores
Innovative healthy retail programs are changing the way we eat, one corner store at a time.
