Corn holds tremendous cultural, symbolic, and spiritual value for Mexico’s Indigenous peoples.
Policy and Organizing
El Valle de Guadalupe Under Threat: The Campaign to Save Mexico’s Wine Country
The Rescatemos El Valle campaign aims to preserve the agricultural landscape of El Valle de Guadalupe from urbanization.
Progress in The Food System Means Empowering Eaters—Today and for Generations to Come
Empowered eaters are at the center of conversations on land justice, healthier school foods, food is medicine, procurement, and more.
New and Young Farmers Increasing, According to Agriculture Census
The USDA Census of agriculture reveals a positive shift in American farmer demographics, but the industry still has a long way to go toward equity and sustainability.
Where Are You Reading This? That’s Where Food System Transformation Is Happening
Every step forward is a win: a win for producers, a win for eaters, a win for the planet.
Mexico’s Precaution on GM Corn Safety Is Justified
The government of the U.S. and Canadian are using the USMCA to challenge Mexico’s efforts to ban the use of genetically modified corn.
Hardline U.S. Stance Ignores Non-GM Corn Opportunity for U.S. Farmers
U.S. farmers could be better served if leaders supported a smooth transition for those affected by Mexico’s corn policies.
Op-Ed | California Crate-Free Law Offers Hog Farmers Economic Opportunity
Both Prop 12 and Question 3 passed with sweeping voter support, indicating approval for better animal welfare practices.
Bridging Seas to Sustainability: WTO’s ‘Fish Month’ Pushes Against Fishing Subsidies
WTO’s Fish Month tackles global overfishing issues and works towards sustainable fishing practices by regulating subsidies and addressing overcapacity.
We Can’t Achieve Food Justice if We Don’t Prioritize Soil Health
There’s so much that each of us can do to build a stronger foundation for the world’s food and agriculture systems.
Empowering Municipalities for Climate-Resilient Food Security in Canada
After winning the Smart Cities Challenge, the County of Wellington implemented two pilot programs to reinforce climate-resilient food security.
Op-Ed | Sustainable Plates, Sustainable Cities: Urban Leaders Are Taking Climate Action with Transformative Food Policies
The path forward can be as close as tomorrow.
‘We’re Finally Winning:’ One Fair Wage’s Fight to End Subminimum Wages Is Gaining Momentum
One Fair Wage is celebrating victories across the United States as they fight to raise wages and end the subminimum wage.
Genetically Modified Corn Tribunal Raises Concerns with First Decisions
Experts worry what early decisions on GM corn mean for the health, environmental, and cultural integrity of Mexico’s corn culture and diet.
A New Year and New Opportunities: What’s Next for the Food Movement
On “Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg,” hear what lies ahead for the food movement in 2024.
124 Food and Agriculture Organizations to Watch in 2024!
These organizations are leveraging the power of unusual partnerships, giving voice to youth, and investing in community-led innovations and solutions.
Toward Zero Waste: A New National Strategy to Halve Food Loss and Waste by 2030
The new National Strategy emphasizes interagency collaboration to create a more circular economy.
Building Power in Food Systems through Social Cohesion: ‘You Have to Mobilize Together’
Million Belay believes in a model for food systems that is grounded in communities, promoting a goal of food sovereignty
Unlocking Capital Will Pave the Way for Food Systems Change
What will investors need to fund the transformation of food and agriculture systems?
Mexico’s Agricultural Landscape: Overcoming Climate Challenges for a Sustainable Future
H.E Víctor M. Villalobos believes that technology will be central in helping farmers across North America adapt to the changing climate.
