Publications

Helping Decisionmakers Understand the True Cost of Food

The Economics of Ecosystems and Biodiversity (TEEB) aims to make links in eco-agri-food systems visible as a result of their TEEBAgriFood project.

When Urban Agriculture and Food Justice Are at Odds: Antonio Roman-Alcalá and Erin Havens on AB 551

AB551, a bill designed to support urban agriculture across California, was passed with the hopes that it would also work towards food justice. Food First’s Antonio Roman-Alcalá and Erin Havens think it might be doing otherwise.

New Report Ranks Countries on Food Waste, Nutrition, and Sustainable Agriculture

The Food Sustainability Index ranks countries by food system sustainability and identifies best practices in food waste, nutrition, and agriculture.

Barilla Center Call-to-Action Focuses on Change, Now

The Barilla Foundation Climate@Risk call-to-action focuses in on concrete, actionable change across all levels.

New WHO report calls for action against harmful online food marketing

Lack of effective digital marketing regulation threatens efforts to halt child obesity, according to the new WHO report.

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.

17 Big Bets for a Sustainable Future

With contributions from global leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs, 17 Big Bets for a Better World outlines a range of perspectives on reaching SDGs.

How the TPP Undermines Climate Change Goals for Agriculture

The global food system, including agricultural production and associated land use, is responsible for one-third of global greenhouse gases.

Support for Urban Agriculture from the Ground Up: Canada’s Parliament Gardens

Learn how the Canadian government demonstrated that urban farming is accessible most anywhere by most anyone through the erection of its Parliament Gardens.

22 Books That Educate and Inspire #LaborDay2016

Twenty-two new books selected by Food Tank for fall 2016 that enlighten, educate, and inspire changemakers in the food movement.

Dr. Maya Shetreat-Klein on Health and the Microbiome

Food Tank had the opportunity to speak with Dr. Maya Shetreat-Klein, a pediatric neurologist, herbalist, urban farmer, naturalist, and author of The Dirt Cure.

Italian Study Comforts Pasta Lovers

A recent study at the Instituto Neurologico Mediterraneo Neuromed in Pozzilli, Italy, states that pasta consumption is negatively associated with obesity.

The New Bread Basket: Amy Halloran on the Current State of Bread in America

Amy Halloran’s book, The New Bread Basket, redefines our grain relationship.

World Environment Day Calls for Conscious Consumption #WED2016

World Environment Day 2016 brings attention to unprecedented levels of illegal wildlife trade. Learn how our food choices are affecting the wildlife industry.

Johns Hopkins Report Analyzes the Benefits and Limitations of Urban Agriculture

The authors see urban agriculture as one of the many solutions needed to transform the food system.

Controversial GMO Study Finds No Adverse Effects on Human Health

A comprehensive analysis of more than 900 publications provides a fresh perspective on the applications of genetic engineering in agriculture.

The First 1,000 Days by Roger Thurow: Eliminating Global Malnutrition 1,000 Days at a Time

Roger Thurow’s The First 1,000 Days follows 12 women from 4 countries as they struggle to provide the best care for their babies in the crucial first 1000 days.

Eighteen Food-Focused Books You Must Read This Spring

Food Tank has selected 18 books that will inspire and inform readers on topics ranging from food justice to urban composting to local food systems.

ReFED Roadmap Creates “Actionable Paths” Towards Food Waste Reduction

ReFED is releasing its Roadmap, which aims at a 20 percent reduction in food waste in the US by 2030.

Groundbreaking New Book: Eating Planet

The publication addresses three paradoxes in the food system—food waste, the coexistence of malnutrition and obesity, and the overuse of natural resources.