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Farmer Spotlight: Elizabeth Mcharo Shines On Her Farm in Tanzania.
Food Tank spotlights Tanzanian farmer Elizabeth Charles Mcharo.
Promoting and Supporting Local Independent Farms in South Carolina
Lowcountry Local First is working to promote and support new local independent farms through advocacy and education.
Expanding Local Food Movement into “Good Food” Business Sector
Marketplace response to consumers’ changing demands is a powerful message for the food movement to convey.
Celebrating 20 Years: An Interview with the International Land Coalition
The International Land Coalition discusses 20 years, the Global Land Forum, and the Sustainable Development Goals with Food Tank.
Food Tank’s 2015 Recommended Fall Reading List
Food Tank hand-picked 22 books to help inspire and inform a healthy and sustainable global food system.
10 Certification Agencies Creating a More Sustainable Food System
Labeling language is confusing and it’s hard to recognize logos on packaging. Check out this article to learn how to make more informed consumer decisions.
From Greenhouse to Supermarket: BrightFarms CEO Paul Lightfoot Discusses the Future of Local Food
BrightFarms CEO Paul Lightfoot discusses large-scale production and distribution of local foods for the greater public.
Farmer Spotlight: Lenin Nyakinya Feeds His Household and Community With His Farm
Food Tank spotlights farmer Lenin Nyakinya. His favorite crop to grow is bell peppers (capsicum).
Creating the Future’s Sustainable Food System Through Education
Purple Asparagus uses educational programs and hands-on learning to inspire in all children a life-long love of delicious, nutritious foods.
In Memory of Sesele Sokotela: A Pioneer for Food Security In Zambia
Dr. William Burke remembers Sesele Sokotela, a scientist who was devoted to improving food security in Zambia.
Fresh Minds and Fresh Foods: Local Food and Education Programs in Southern Wisconsin
REAP Food Group is making local sustainable food a priority in Southern Wisconsin.
The Protein Challenge 2040: A Roadmap to the Future of Protein
An innovative forum brings together key players to address a more sustainable future for protein.
America’s Shrinking Farms: A look at more sustainable food production
Food Tank speaks with Dory Carr-Harris about feeding the future.
New Financial Data Helps the Local Food Sector Grow
Data dive explores financials at wholesale end of local food sector.
Money Talks, Muffling Dissenters
Public scientists legitimizing industry perspectives, intimidating dissenters.
22 Educational Programs Changing the Food System
Food Tank has rounded up a list of 22 programs, both nationally and internationally, that integrate curriculum into food security.
The Spirit of Sustainability: The Innovations Behind Eco-Friendly Cocktails
Spirit makers and mixologists are working hard to make their industry more environmentally sustainable.
Chef Acheson Serves Up Endangered Species and Fresh Perspective
Chef Hugh Acheson surprises diners by serving an endangered species.
