The African Seed Access Index aims to improve seed sectors in African countries by reaching smallholder farmers and supplying improved seed varieties.
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30 donne sotto I 30 anni che stanno cambiando l’alimentazione
30 donne, provenienti da tutto il mondo, stanno tracciando la strada per un futuro migliore ed ecologicamente sostenibile per l’alimentazione
Women Farmers are Guardians of Crop Diversity in the Andes
Women farmers in the Andes play an important role in preserving crop diversity.
Book of the Week: Seed Libraries and Other Means of Keeping Seeds in the Hands of the People
Learn about seed libraries and start your own with Cindy Conner’s new book “Seed Libraries and Other Means of Keeping Seeds in the Hands of People.”
Transforming Food Systems with Agroecology
Agroecology course at UCSC uses immersive interactive learning to examine the history and prospects of the movement.
What is Your Seed Story?
SeedBroadcast takes an original and creative approach to saving seeds and their stories.
Harvesting the Research: Insect Pollination Maintains High Yields with Lower Nitrogen Inputs
Giovanni Tamburini discusses the interaction of ecosystem services in contributing to agricultural productivity.
Parkway Gardens Bring Healthy Food to Angelenos
The Los Angeles City Council has voted in favor of parkway gardening –community members can now grow healthy food without fearing a fine.
Harvesting the Research: Valuing Ecosystem Services to Offset Global Costs of Agriculture
Dr. Harpinder Sandhu discusses the value of ecosystem services on a global scale.
Hannah Freeman: Fair Trade Turns Farmworkers into Change Agents
Fair Trade certified products contribute to better working conditions, health, education, and general wellbeing for farmworkers.
Preserving the Seeds of Today for the Food of Tomorrow
“Seeds of Time” draws attention to the consequences of climate change on our food supply if we don’t take action.
15 Protectors of Biodiversity #IDB2015
May 22 is the International Day of Biodiversity—an opportunity to increase understanding and awareness of the Earth’s flora and fauna.
California Farmers Use Carbon Sequestration to Reverse Climate Change
Farmers in California are using carbon sequestration to improve soil health, diversify plant life, and reverse climate change.
Is Sharing Seeds Illegal in Your State?
The legality of community seed libraries has come into question across the country following the USDA’s investigation of the Simpson Seed Library.
Farmworkers Get the Recognition they Deserve
Farmworkers take center stage during Farmworker Awareness Week.
101 Facts That Make Us Hopeful About the Future of Food
Food Tank is highlighting 101 stories of hope, innovation, and success, in creating a better food system.
High School Students Launch Innovative Greenhouse Program
Maggie Bass and fellow environmentally-minded students at DC public schools are pushing for more greenhouses and curriculum focused on urban ecology.