The Bauta Family Initiative for Canadian Seed Security puts farmers at the center.
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Drought-Resistant White Beans Bring Hope to Smallholder Farmers in Ethiopia
Drought in Ethiopia is threatening bean production and the livelihood of smallholder farmers. Food Tank discusses solutions with researchers on the ground.
Trojan Horse Aid: Seeds of Resistance and Resilience in the Bolivian Highlands and Beyond
Industrial-style agriculture not the path to sustainable livelihoods for the world’s family farmers, author says.
#LovePulses: 10 Ways to Celebrate the International Year of Pulses
2016 is the U.N. International Year of Pulses, which will celebrate the sustainability of grain legumes.
The Crop Trust Calls for Conservation of Genetic Crop Diversity
The Crop Trust works to establish international food security by conserving crop diversity through the collection of seeds from all over the world.
Growing Vermont’s Green Economy Sustainably and Locally
The Vermont Sustainable Jobs Fund is developing jobs and advancing the state’s green economy and food system.
Refugees Grow Roots in the United States
The International Rescue Committee New Roots program helps resettled refugees grow food in U.S. cities.
Biochar Might Be Ag’s Biggest Innovation in Years
A humble-looking black charcoal could be an option for mitigating carbon while increasing crop yields and soil fertility. Is it too good to be true?
Community Forests International Plants Trees and Livelihoods on Pemba Island
Community Forests International has helped Pemban communities plant over one million trees and establish agroforestry systems to provide fruit and timber.
Harvesting the Research: Natural Enemies of Crop Pests Can Replace Insecticides
Dr. Mattias Jonsson discusses the power of biological pest control to reduce the use of insecticides.
Taking Control of El Paso Del Norte’s Food Destiny
La Semilla Food Center discusses the seeds they have planted and how the community is working to foster them.
Chef Acheson Serves Up Endangered Species and Fresh Perspective
Chef Hugh Acheson surprises diners by serving an endangered species.
Don’t Farm Naked
Traditional cover cropping techniques that enrich soil, protect staple crops from disease, and prevent erosion are being rediscovered.
Peliti Festival Celebrates Freedom of Seeds, Food, and Earth
Peliti, a prominent seed conservation group in Greece, recently hosted a Worldwide Meeting For the Freedom of Seeds, Food, and Earth.
Farming Pioneer Joel Salatin’s Secrets to Reconnecting with Your Food
Polyface Farm is simple in its complexity. By working with nature, Joel Salatin has had a positive impact on the food chain.
Small-Scale Farming to Stop Cocaine Production
As Colombia halts its aerial spraying program, the alternative development programs look to turn farmers towards legal agriculture.
Kuli Kuli Brings Nutrition to West Africa by Bringing Moringa to America
Kuli Kuli harnesses the power of superfood “moringa” to bring cross-national nutrition to those in need.
Plant Breeding for Farmers, by Farmers
Learn how Organic Seed Alliance’s innovative Participatory Plant Breeding programs contribute to diversity conservation and agricultural innovation.
Sweet Sorghum: Zero Waste Plant
Sweet sorghum plant is drought-resistant and yields syrup favored in different parts of the world.
