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Growing Green Awards 2014 Nominations Call

Know an innovative sustainable food leader? Nominate them for the Growing Green Awards 2014.

Healing the Land, Grazing for Solutions

Allan Savory’s vision for a more sustainable food system, the “Savory Grazing Method,” facing criticism, and his long-term plans for The Savory Institute.

Five ways System of Rice Intensification (SRI) practices and ideas can help “feed the world”

The System of Rice Intensification (SRI) practices and ideas can help “feed the world,” support family farmers, and help protect the environment.

14 Food Resolutions to Bring in The New Year

Together we can be that generation and find solutions to nourish both people and the planet! Here are 14 food resolutions for 2014.

15 Books For Future Foodies

15 books that will make great gifts for your child, niece, nephew, or grandchild this holiday!

Active Youths’ take home messages – how to involve our peers in landscapes approaches

“We now have the largest youth generation in human history. What do we do with this restless generation?” Reflections from Global Landscapes Forum in Poland.

Thank Food Workers this International Food Workers Week!

This International Food Workers week workers around the country are organizing to demand a raise in the minimum wage!

Why Is Obesity Soaring? The answer is more complex than human behavior

A recently published article in the New York Times suggests we should invest as many research dollars in understanding the biology of obesity as we do behavior.

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.

40 Chances to Create a Better Food System

Food Tank has compiled a list of 40 individuals and organizations breaking the status quo in food and nutrition security, food sovereignty, and food justice.

How Do We Change the Food System? Start Early!

On October 24th, Food Day will bring attention to the many ways in which young people are creating a better food system.

14 Reasons to Be Hopeful About the Future of Food

Food Tank’s mission is to highlight stories of hope and success. These are 14 reasons to be hopeful about the future of the food system.

26 Films Every Food Activist Must Watch

Food Tank has selected 26 incredible films educating audiences about changes being made – or that need to be made – in the food system.

Toddlers who eat the same meals as their parents are healthier

Children who eat the same meals as the rest of the family – but not necessarily at the same time – have a healthier diet, a new UK study finds.

Back to School: 14 Initiatives Educating Youth About Agriculture

These 14 initiatives all over the world that are educating youth about agriculture, and creating a genuine interest in safe, sustainable, and healthy food.

118 Twitter Feeds Every Food Activist Needs to Follow

Food Tank has chosen 118 Twitter accounts for those involved in the food movement, or anyone who just wants to know more about the food system.

Five Sustainable Culinary Programs for Aspiring Green Chefs

A new wave of culinary programs aims to change the food paradigm by telling a story of sustainability through food.

Family Farming Food Heroes: Brent Ridge and Josh Kilmer-Purcell

Brent Ridge and Josh Kilmer-Purcell, founders of Beekman 1802, truly epitomize the spirit of family farming.

The Science of Eating Together

Science says eating together might be better.

Eleven Inspiring Sustainable Chefs

Chefs can be arbiters of change, choosing local ingredients and bringing fresh healthy food to the masses. Here are eleven great examples.

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