La Via Campesina has launched a global campaign aimed at defending the survival of traditional seeds as well as guaranteeing food sovereignty worldwide.
Nutrition
Conflict and Agriculture
In honor of the United State’s Veterans Day; highlighting 13 veteran and refugee agriculture projects across the world that are helping to heal wounds of war.
“Unsung Heroes” of Nutrition Honored at SUN Movement Global Gathering
The Scaling Up Nutrition Champions attended the SUN Movement Global Gathering in the company of many other nutrition heroes.
Growing Better Health
By bringing agricultural solutions into the clinical treatment of malnutrition, Gardens for Health International ensures long-term food security.
Family Farmers the Key to Better Food in Schools
A U.N. Food and Agriculture Organization study finds that there is greater support for school lunch programs in South America.
Three Ways Healthy Food Choices Help Save the Planet
Healthier eating habits can have significant environmental benefits – find out how!
Amaranth Lauded As Obesity-Fighting, Nutrition-Building Grain
Amaranth has been promoted as an important food for combating obesity, particularly in Mexico, where the grain has its origins.
Is Obesity Contributing to Global Warming? Recent Studies Share Surprising Results
Obesity is known to have negative consequences for human health, but recent studies suggest that it can be just as detrimental to the planet.
Food Tank Book of the Week: Salt, Sugar, Fat: How the Food Giants Hooked Us by Michael Moss
Michael Moss reveals the truth behind the processed food industry in his book, Salt, Sugar, Fat: How the Food Giants Hooked Us.
Food Hero: GROW HQ, Urban Food Empathy Center, Builds Local Food Movement in Ireland
In the context of food empathy, urban food growing is not a waste of time – it’s the silver bullet.
