Three philanthropic organizations teamed up to form the Ebola Crisis Fund, with the goal of raising US$1 million to combat the Ebola epidemic in West Africa.
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Food Tank Launches Democratizing Innovation Research Program –– Share Your Solutions!
Food Tank announces the exciting start of a research project with the McKnight Foundation and YOU to learn about innovational solutions to the food system!
How the Ebola Virus Impacts Food Security in West Africa
Containment procedures necessary to minimize the spread of Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) negatively impacts food security in Sierra Leone, Liberia, and Guinea.
Does Organic Make Food Better For You?
A new study shows that organically-grown produce has a higher nutritional value than conventionally-grown produce.
Jamaican Youth and Women Battle Against Climate Change
Jamaican women and youth lead the battle against climate change with the help of Ja REEACH.
Food for Tomorrow: The New York Times Gathers Food Experts to Discuss the Future of Food
Food for Tomorrow, organized by The New York Times, will provide a unique opportunity for collaboration on solutions to hunger, obesity, and poverty.
The Food Revolution: United We Stand, Divided We Fall
Greater collaboration across the food community is needed for a more healthful future.
Over Grow The System Documents the Sustainable Farming Movement
Over Grow The System uses photography, video, music, and website design to capture the essence of the emerging sustainable food movement in British Columbia.
10 Innovative Urban Agriculture Projects in San Diego, California
San Diego, California is home to a cornucopia of innovative and inspiring urban agriculture initiatives.
Five Ways to Make Agriculture Innovation Better Serve the Needs of Women Farmers
The Gender in Agriculture Partnership aims to close the gender gap in agriculture to improve food security, livelihoods, and development.
Ten Young People Who Are Changing the Food System
These 10 young entrepreneurs from around the world are changing the way we grow, prepare, consume, and think about food.
What We Need to Know About Hunger
Food Tank is highlighting a new fact sheet created by the Small Planet Institute that examines a reality that nearly 1 billion people face every day: hunger.
Beard Foundation Continues to Foster Culinary Arts while Addressing Obesity and Health
Beard Foundation spreads culinary culture and works with chefs to spread health through good food.
Literacy Program Empowers Farmers in Mozambique
A literacy program in Mozambique helps smallholder farmers achieve basic literacy.
Goat Husbandry Program Uplifts HIV-Positive Women Farmers
IFAD is supporting the Harmony Women’s Club’s efforts to keep women farmers living with HIV and AIDS healthy and financially stable.
Fisherman to Fork: Skipper Otto and the Rise of Community Supported Fisheries
Skipper Otto is following in the footsteps of Community Supported Agriculture, delivering fresh, sustainable and quality local fish to consumers.
Food Oasis Vision Places Residents at Heart of a Food Strategy
Residents described a Food Oasis vision that has become the framework for grant making and organizing tools for residents.
PlantCatching is the Airbnb of Gardening
It’s not always easy to get into gardening when living in a city. PlantCatching has been created to help gardeners connect and overcome this difficulty.
James and the Giant Reach: Why My Son’s Superhero Needs to Drop His McDonald’s Contract
LeBron James needs to do right by the millions of kids who adore him, and drop his sponsorship, protecting the health of kids everywhere.
Food Tank’s Summer 2014 Reading List – 18 Books For A Better Food System
Food Tank’s 18 summer “must reads” for your tablet or bookshelf.
