Public Health

The ABCs of Nutrition: Food Literacy Center Changes Student Behavior Towards Food

The Food Literacy Center inspires Sacramento kids to eat more fruits and vegetables.

Making California Resilient with Ecology Center

Ecology Center takes on food justice and the drought crisis in California.

Rethinking Sugary Foods and Desserts with Chef Emily Luchetti

Pastry chef Emily Luchetti calls for a rethinking of American perspectives towards sugary foods and desserts.

STAG VETS Showcases Veterans in Culinary and Agriculture

STAG VETS is a veterans program and business designed to train and employ veterans in culinary arts and agriculture.

35 Google+ Accounts to Follow

Food Tank has rounded up a list of 35 Google+ accounts of organizations you should follow.

Tackling Climate Change and Fighting Hunger Should Go Hand-in-Hand

Climate-related disasters contribute heavily to economic losses and population displacement, while the world population continues to grow.

“Grow Your Own and Share With Everyone You Know”

The Growing Project is addressing food security in Northern Colorado by increasing access to local produce into the community.

Pasta Contributes to Sustainable Diets Across the Globe

Pasta is a cost-effective, ecologically sustainable contributor of important nutrients to diets around the world.

Refugees Grow Roots in the United States

The International Rescue Committee New Roots program helps resettled refugees grow food in U.S. cities.

This Holiday Season, 3 Farmers Struggling with Food Insecurity Remind Us to Give Thanks

Smallholder farmers in Africa tell the story of what it’s like to grapple with food insecurity, including their favorite dishes to cook from their crops.

Red Meat and Processed Meat May Lead to Cancer, Study Shows

Red meat and processed meat may increase cancer risk over time.

Scientists Debate Safety of Glyphosate

The European Food Safety Authority, in contradiction to a previous report from the World Health Organization, declared glyphosate to be safe.

Real, Good Food: Chef-Advocate Maria Hines Serves up More than Dinner

Chef Maria Hines is a powerhouse advocate for real, organic food. Food Tank spoke with her to find out more about her excellent work.

Rescuing Both Food Waste and Families from Hunger

Rescuing Leftover Cuisine provides solutions to prevent food waste in ten cities throughout the United States.

Fighting Hunger and Obesity in the Central Gulf Coast

Bay Area Food Bank is rising to the challenge of feeding people and combatting obesity.

We Feed the Planet Puts Young Farmers in Control of Food Security

Slow Food’s We Feed the Planet Conference highlights the importance of farmer directed innovation.

Good Food from Classrooms to Cafeterias to Home

Food education in the Oxford School District encompasses all areas of their students’ lives, both at school and at home.

Community Forests International Plants Trees and Livelihoods on Pemba Island

Community Forests International has helped Pemban communities plant over one million trees and establish agroforestry systems to provide fruit and timber.

ShareTheMeal: Crowdsolving Global Hunger

ShareTheMeal allows smartphone users to donate meals to hungry children around the world.

Mars Food Commits to 100 Percent Sustainable Rice By 2020

Mars Food is the first to commit to a new standard for sustainable rice production.

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