Dr. Adam Drewnowski, Director of the Center for Public Health Nutrition at the University of Washington’s School of Public Health, has researched the relationship between climate change and obesity. He spoke with Food tank about this relationship.
Public Health
Food Insecurity in Haiti After Hurricane Matthew
Haiti’s agriculture sector sent reeling after Hurricane Matthew
Grassroots Community Initiatives Revitalize Tucson’s Food Economy
One of the hardest hit cities of the 2008 recession, Tucson is experiencing an economic recovery thanks in large part to a thriving food scene.
The Brownsville Project Brings Change to the Brownsville Food Landscape
Brownsville Project provides education, training, jobs, and healthy and locally-sourced food for one New York City neighborhood.
Displaced by War, Refugees Find Hope in their Food Culture
Food connects cultures across the globe, highlighting our similarities and sparking positive interests in our differences. With such power, food is being used as a tool to alleviate issues in the Syrian refugee crisis.
11 Projects Promoting Veteran Health and Sustainable Food Systems
This Veterans Day, let us honor all those brave men and women who continue to serve and protect our families.
Ten Questions with Kenneth Quinn, President of The World Food Prize
Food Tank had the chance to speak with Kenneth Quinn, President of The World Food Prize, who will be speaking at this year’s Food Tank Summit in Chicago.
Italy’s New Law Battles Food Waste
Italy makes strides in removing edible waste from the streets and placing it on plates in homes.
Voting Soda Off the Ballot
Albany, Oakland, and San Francisco will now charge a one percent tax on all sugary beverages. Boulder is to charge a two percent tax.
Ten Questions with Harry Rhodes, Executive Director of Growing Home
Food Tank spoke with Harry Rhodes, Executive Director of Growing Home, who will be speaking at the Food Tank Summit in Chicago.
Celebrating International Day of Rural Women 2016
On October 15, the world celebrates rural women and their essential roles in sustainable development.
James Beard Foundation and Food Tank to Release Third Annual Good Food Org Guide
The James Beard Foundation and Food Tank will release the third annual Good Food Org Guide at the James Beard Food Conference in New York City on October 17-18.
Antibiotics in the Food System
Check out what experts presented at the New York Academy of Science and Sackler Institute for Nutrition Science’s conference on antibiotics in the food system and what they mean for public and animal health.
Bee Pharma Africa and a Flying Pharmacy
Bee Pharma Africa hopes to build a coalition for research in the use of bee propolis and other bee products for treating human diseases.
FAO and the Self-Employed Women’s Association Announce Partnership
The U.N. Food and Agriculture Organization announced that it will form a partnership with the Self-Employed Women’s Association in India.
Tax Reduces Junk Food Consumption in Mexico, Says Study
Researchers conducted a study on the effect of a nonessential food tax on the consumption of energy dense foods in Mexico.
FAO Highlights Increased Drought in Caribbean
The U.N. Food and Agriculture Organization released a report on the impact of climate change on agriculture in the Caribbean region.
Ten Questions with Andrea Lepore, Founder of Lepore Development
Andrea Lepore, Founder of Lepore Development, speaks on going to farmer’s markets, reducing sugar subsidies, and growing up in an Italian-American family.
Five Questions with Ann Tutwiler, Director General of Bioversity International
Food Tank recently had the opportunity to speak to Ann Tutwiler, Director General of Bioversity International, about her work and background in the field.
