Mexico has officially banned GM corn seeds, strengthening protections for biodiversity, food sovereignty, and public health.
Policy and Organizing
American Farmland Trust Launches Emergency Resilience Grant for Farmers
The Brighter Future Fund aims to raise US$2 million to support farmers affected by the federal funding freeze.
Colorado Water Plan Boosted with Prop JJ Funding
Additional funds support conservation efforts to protect agriculture, rivers, and communities.
21 New Books to Inspire the Movement for Sustainable Food Systems
These 21 books dig deep into the complexities of food, farming, and climate—offering insights for a better future.
The Ripple Effects of Federal Grant Freezes: Small Business Owners Share Their Stories
For small business owners, the impact of federal grant freezes could be devastating.
Op-Ed | Don’t Bite the Hand that Feeds You: Why the Food Movement Should Fight for Undocumented Communities
The U.S. food system, from farms to processing to grocery and restaurant work, depends on undocumented workers.
USDA, FDA Seek Information on Importance of Standardized Food Date Labeling
A new toolkit is helping eaters voice their support for standardized food date labels.
Over US$489 Million Worth of Food Assistance Stalled Due to USAID Freeze
Nearly 500 million dollars of food is stuck in transit due to the U.S. foreign aid freeze.
U.S. Policy Changes Will Have Consequences for Food Systems Globally
The new administration is already reshaping global food systems, affecting humanitarian aid, public health, and global peace.
A New Fellowship Is Helping Journalists Navigate the Complexity of Food Systems
At a time when news organizations are under attack, the Center for a Livable Future is preparing the next generation of journalists.
Global Food Security at Risk as U.S. Freezes Foreign Aid Programs
The U.S. foreign aid freeze is sowing confusion and disrupting vital food security and health programs, putting millions at risk worldwide.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Testifies Before the U.S. Senate Finance Committee
“If you like a McDonald’s cheeseburger or Diet Coke, which my boss loves, you should be able to get them. If you want to eat Hostess Twinkies, you should be able to do that. But you should know what the impacts are on your family and on your health.”
Brooke Rollins Testifies Before Senate Ag Committee
Brooke Rollins addressed key food and farming issues including SNAP and immigration in her testimony before the Senate Agriculture Commitee.
FDA Bans Red Dye No. 3 in Food and Drinks
Health advocates call the FDA’s decision to ban the dye a “critical step for protecting consumers.”
Will this Be the Year We Truly Rethink the Rules of the Food System?
There is a lot to be optimistic about this year, and it’s possible to have food and agriculture systems that prioritize justice, care, nourishment, deliciousness, and health.
125 Food and Agriculture Organizations to Watch in 2025
As we enter a new quarter century, keep an eye on these 125 organizations building resilience, fighting injustice, and nourishing eaters all around the world.
Cornell Urban Agriculture Courses Turn Research into Action for Cities
Cornell’s free courses offer hands-on guidance to grow and scale farms in city settings.
Effective Waste Management: Lessons from Massachusetts
What can other states learn from Massachusetts? The key to their waste ban success is clearer than you think.
Investor Coalition Advocates for Food Policy Transformation
The Food Foundation’s coalition is leveraging the influence of investors to build a healthier and more sustainable food system.
Op-Ed | Reimagining Food as a Path to Health and Equity
Addressing America’s health crisis requires us to rethink our entire approach to food. Seeing food as medicine opens the door to addressing the root causes of these challenges.
