A new report on the Energy-Food-Water nexus examines vulnerabilities and determines policy solutions to strengthen the system.
Nutrition
Scandinavia’s First Zero Packaging Supermarket Opens This Summer
Scandinavia’s first zero packaging, organic supermarket is scheduled to open in Copenhagen this summer.
Empowering Young People and Nurturing Equitable Food Systems
The Massachusetts Avenue Project is building a more equitable food system and educating young people to be food justice advocates.
Two Billion People Eat Insects and You Can Too
Edible insects have long been a part of the human diet and are commonly consumed as a food source in many regions of the world. It is estimated that two billion people currently consume insects as part of their diets.
The Fight for Equality in Farming: International Women’s Day 2016 #IWD2016
Food Tank highlights 15 powerful organizations working to uplift women in the food and agriculture field.
Local Markets are a Key Resource for Seeds for Small Farmers
Local markets are highly utilized channels in places like Kenya, Haiti, South Sudan, Zimbabwe and more.
Germany Awards Grant to Protect Biodiversity
Germany leads the way with a historic grant supporting biodiversity.
Sixteen School Lunch Programs Making a Difference
Organic, sustainable, and nutritious school lunch programs are a great way to fight obesity and food insecurity.
Improving Food Access in Minnesota
Second Harvest Heartland and Hennepin County Medical Center combine efforts to address food insecurity and chronic disease in Minnesota.
A New Way to Think About Fast Food
Chefs Roy Choi and David Patterson opened a new fast food restaurant in Los Angeles, CA.
The Eat Think Vote Campaign Wins a National Food Policy for Canada
The Eat Think Vote campaign prompts the conversation for a national food policy in Canada.
Who Really Runs America? According to Richard Manning, Industrial Agricultural Has the Final Say
Richard Manning’s latest article in Harper’s Magazine reveals how politics are powerless to the demands of industrial agriculture.
New Law Could Change France’s Food System for the Better
French Parliament has voted in favor of a law that could revolutionize their food system.
Bringing More Than Just Food to NYC Neighborhoods
Just Food describes their organization’s efforts to build a stronger, more just food system in NYC.
Misguided Dietary Guidelines?
The new Dietary Guidelines disappoint nutrition experts who had hoped for sustainability recommendations.
Pilot Study Finds Diet Management at Food Banks Improves Diabetes among Low-Income Populations
A recent study determined that the targeted management of diabetes and diet among low-income populations at food banks resulted in disease improvement.
Inspiring Young Farmers In Africa: An Interview with Future Young Farmers
Future Young Farmers program coordinator, Sande Olocho, talks about reversing negative agriculture trends in Kenya through youth involvement.
Pennsylvania-based Organization Unifies the Anti-Hunger Movement, Pushes for Policy Change
Hunger-Free Pennsylvania is a network of food banks and charitable organizations striving to strengthen the anti-hunger movement.
Dietary Guidelines Miss the Mark on Sustainability
The new Dietary Guidelines disappoint nutrition experts who had hoped for sustainability recommendations.
FoodCorps Cultivates Healthy Food Systems through Youth Engagement
FoodCorps collaborates with communities and schools to provide children with food education, engagement, and access.
