Food Tank’s Weekly News Roundup: Aid Cuts, COP30 Momentum, and Bailouts for Farmers

Explore this week’s top headlines on food policy, global aid, climate action, and more.

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Food Tank’s Weekly News Roundup: Rising Egg Prices, Farmer Wellness, and Global Aid Reversals

Egg prices are soaring, food aid is shifting, and Frank Bruni has a message of hope for graduates—here’s what happened this week.

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Sustainable Business

Terra Regenerative Capital: A Venture Capital Firm that Believes in a Sustainable Future for Farming

This venture capital firm invests in sustainable farming for long-term solutions,

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People

Remembering Pierre Ferrari, Former President and CEO of Heifer International

Pierre Ferrari was a champion of solutions to global hunger and poverty.

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Economics and Policy

The Ripple Effects of Federal Grant Freezes: Small Business Owners Share Their Stories

For small business owners, the impact of federal grant freezes could be devastating.

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Agriculture

From Service to Soil: Hawaiʻi’s Veteran Farmers

Hoʻōla Farms in Hawaiʻi is helping veterans find new purpose and build community through farming.

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Solana Patterson-Ramos connects with local Wisconsin food entrepreneur during FEED Summit.

Events

FEED Summit Fosters Connections in the Wisconsin Food Entrepreneur Community

The FEED Summit brought together Wisconsin’s food entrepreneurs to connect, team up, and help them thrive in an ever-changing food landscape.

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Food Tank Lists

23 Fall Food and Agriculture Books to Discover Now

Discover 23 compelling fall reads that delve into the complexities of food systems, sustainability, and the untold stories of those who shape our plates.

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Books + Films

‘Ode to Travel’ by Patrick Trefz Spotlights Photos and Recipes from Around the World

Ode to Travel is a travel and culture book by Patrick Trefz that features recipes and photos from 38 different locations around the world.

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Books + Films

Cookbooks Helping Us Cut Food Waste—And Save The Planet—Starting With Our Next Meal

In the U.S. “almost half of all food waste is generated in our homes,” according to data from ReFED.

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Labor

As Food Workers Face Extreme Heat, Policymakers’ Commitments Must Be More Than Just Hot Air

US Department of Labor proposes new rule that will increase greater protection for farmworkers against increasingly severe hot temperatures, but it has yet to be adopted or enacted on a national level.

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Books + Films

20 Food Systems Reads that Will Inspire You this Summer

Discover a handpicked selection of inspiring summer reads that offer fresh perspectives on sustainability, agriculture, and the future of food systems.

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Labor

Grow Well: Vertical Harvest’s Inclusive Employment Model Empowers Individuals Experiencing Disabilities in Urban Farming

Vertical Harvest, an urban hydroponic farm, is working to bridge the gap in employment opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities.

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Biodiversity

Cary Fowler and Geoffrey Hawtin Named 2024 World Food Prize Laureates

Fowler and Hawtin are recognized for their work in protecting global food security and biodiversity.

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Industrial Agriculture

Flowering Tree Permaculture Institute: Sowing Seeds of Sustainability

Flowering Tree Permaculture Institute is preserving indigenous wisdom to create a more sustainable and resilient world.

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Agriculture

Field to Plate: Walla Walla Community College’s Hands-On Approach

Uncover a hands-on culinary journey at Walla Walla CC, where students learn the art of sustainable cooking and agriculture in the heart of Washington’s renowned wine region.

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Food Heroes

Project Black and Blue Is Revolutionizing Support for Food Service Workers in Crisis

Kate Meier, the visionary behind Project Black and Blue, shares her mission to uplift food service workers in crisis through emergency aid, driven by her personal commitment and dedication to community wellness.

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Education

DC Central Kitchen Healthy Corners: Urban Food Access

DC Central Kitchen is revolutionizing urban food access through its Healthy Corners program, fostering community empowerment and making healthy choices accessible to more eaters.

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Biodiversity

Fostering Student Empowerment through Noosa’s 2024 Youth-Led Summit

Learn how young leaders in Noosa are driving positive change at the 2024 Custodians of Place – Youth Climate Conference, where they’ll share and celebrate their impactful actions for a sustainable future.

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