See how the Center for Biological Diversity hopes its extinction facts labels will raise consumer awareness on the environmental impacts of eating meat.
Researchers
United Nations Finds That Greenhouse Gases Are Increasing from Agriculture
A report by the FAO, University of Minnesota, and CGIAR suggests that sustainable intensification is not enough to lower agricultural emissions to safe levels.
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.
Interview with Joseph Simcox, The Botanical Explorer
Simcox hopes to preserve food plant species and varieties that are endangered and increase appreciation for biodiversity by collecting and sharing rare seeds.
New Developments in the System of Rice Intensification (SRI): An Interview with Norman Uphoff
Food Tank interviewed Norman Uphoff to learn about recent updates with his work.
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.
Open Agriculture Initiative: Is Digital Farming the Future of Food?
MIT Open Agriculture Initiative is on a mission to digitalize agriculture using desktop Personal Food Computers and carefully engineered climate recipes.
Putting “Dollars on the Data:” Map the Meal Gap Report Sheds Light on Food Insecurity in U.S.
The 2016 Map the Meal Gap report provides sobering data about food insecurity and food assistance at the local level in the United States.
Analysis Highlights Countries Leading the Fight Against Food Waste
A study, published in December 2015, compares household food waste generation trends and determinants across 44 countries of various income levels.
The James Beard Foundation Announces New Culinary Scholarships
The James Beard Foundation\’92s National Scholars Program will be accepting applications for ten new scholarships through May 15.
Interview with Dr. David Katz, President of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine
Dr. David Katz, President of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, shares his thought on integrative medicine and nutrition with Food Tank.
The International Year of Pulses and Tropical Agriculture
Food Tank spoke with Manuele Tam\uc0\u242 , the International Institute for Tropical Agriculture’s Insect Ecologist, about the International Year of Pulses.
Ten Questions with Raj Patel, Writer and Activist
Food Tank spoke with Raj Patel, a writer and activist who will be speaking at the Food Tank Summit in Washington, D.C.
30 Indigenous Crops Promoting Health and Contributing to Food Security
Indigenous crops may offer a sustainable solution to food insecurity and the increasing loss of biodiversity.
A Leading Scientist Promotes Agroecology in the Movement Against Pesticides
Food Tank had the opportunity to talk to Marcia Ishii-Eiteman regarding pesticides and her work with farmer field schools.
22 Organizations Working to Restore Soils in 2016
This week, Food Tank highlights 22 organizations that are restoring soils and ecosystems worldwide.
Changing The Future of Fish
Sustainable seafood organizations are working to save fish and oceans worldwide.
Local Markets are a Key Resource for Seeds for Small Farmers
Local markets are highly utilized channels in places like Kenya, Haiti, South Sudan, Zimbabwe and more.
A Hope Based On Things That Are Possible
Food Tank talks with climate change expert Dr. Richard Houghton
