Policy and Organizing

Joshua Svaty Could Become the Only Sitting Farmer-Governor of a U.S. State.

Joshua Svaty is running in Kansas to become only sitting governor-farmer of a U.S. state.

New Study: Majority of American Food Waste Happens in the Home

The Natural Resource Defense Council have released the second edition of their food waste report, Wasted, highlighting the latest studies, success stories, and key recommendations across the food system in reducing food waste.

“Breaking Down the Silos of Consumers and Producers” in Washington State

Russell Lehman and Arianna Muirow of Seattle-based Food Action discuss sustainability, regenerativity, and food access for all through their whole systems approach to food system reform.

MUNCHIES Editor-in-Chief Helen Hollyman: “Call your representatives!”

Helen Hollyman spoke with Food Tank about the intersection between food and contemporary culture and our responsibilities as eaters within the context of climate change.

Trade Barriers Aren’t the Way to Fix Nutrition

Joe Glauber argues that discriminating against the origin of certain foods is not likely to improve global diets, and policies for healthier eating are better targeted at consuming the right kinds of foods.

How Food Policy Could Be Shaped by the Trump Administration

President Trump’s budget proposal cuts SNAP and farmers’ insurance, and he’s talked about rolling back federal regulations. Food Tank talked to experts to figure out what effect the Trump Administration might have on federal food policy.

We Don’t Need to Double Food Production by 2050, Says New Study

A study by U.S. academics challenges the assertion that we need to double food production by 2050. Rather than questioning the assumptions in the famous calculations that first suggested a doubling was necessary, the new team of academics updated the data used.

Food Institute Fellow Isabelle Moody: “Wasted food is also a food justice issue”

The George Washington University (GW) launched the Food Institute Student Fellowship to encourage GW students to research new aspects of the sustainable food movement and participate in local food work in Washington, D.C.

Diplomatic Tussle in Gulf Creates Food Insecurity

Following the severance of diplomatic relations with its’ Gulf neighbors, the small nation of Qatar experiences increased consumer panic and food insecurity. As relations continue to worsen, food insecurity will only rise.

Barilla Center for Food & Nutrition Releases Second Food Sustainability Report

The report is titled “Environmental, Food and Migration Sustainability: Three Challenges To Overcome Together.” It is a joint effort between BCFN and the Milan Center for Food Law and Policy, aimed at raising awareness about crucial issues surrounding food and sustainability.

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