Nairobi-based research institute icipe is helping to lead international efforts that seek to introduce insect technology across food systems.
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The Periodic Table of Food Initiative: Illuminating the Mysteries of What We Eat
Through the Periodic Table of Food Initiative researchers are working to understand the 26,000 biomolecules in our food.
Dispatch from the U.N. Climate Change Conference: Thursday, Dec. 7
Policymakers, scientists, advocates, farmers, and youth from around the world are already putting food systems front-and-center at the UN Climate Change Conference.
Dr. Abdou Tenkouano to Become New Director General of ICIPE
Abdou Tenkouano, incoming Director General at ICIPE, aims to drive inclusive innovations for socio-economic development in Africa.
Harvard and NYU Report Reveals Risk for Zoonotic Disease in U.S. Animal Markets
Harvard Law School and New York University’s recent report on 36 U.S. animal markets reveals hidden risks and regulatory challenges in a fragmented system that could impact public health.
New FoodPrint Report Exposes Shocking Impact of ‘Forever Chemicals’ on the Food System
Eaters can be exposed to PFAS through a number of everyday activities, from drinking water to eating food that contains or has come into contact with these forever chemicals.
From the Ground Up: Grassroots Movement Transforms Public Food Supply Chains, Paving the Way for Justice and Equity
Food Chain Workers Alliance and HEAL Food Alliance shed light on the transformative power of value-based food purchasing in challenging corporate dominance over institutional procurement markets.
23 Must-Read Books that Will Transform How You Think about Food and the World
This fall, Food Tank invites you to embark on a literary journey with 23 remarkable books that promise to expand and enrich your comprehension of food systems while harnessing the transformative power of storytelling.
Remembering M.S. Swaminathan: Indian Agriculture Scientist Leaves a Legacy of Hope for Humanity at 98
Swaminathan’s journey, from pioneering cross-breed wheat seeds that curbed famine to his advocacy for sustainable farming practices, has left a lasting mark on global agriculture.
FAO Releases Assessment of Soil Carbon in Grasslands
Grasslands sequester carbon, drawing it out of the atmosphere. But despite their importance, these ecosystems are some of the least protected.
Revolutionizing Agrifood Systems: A Blueprint for a Sustainable Future
Read this new report to learn about the vital role of agrifood systems in addressing climate challenges and promoting prosperity.
The Power of Millets and Farmer Research Collaboration
Traditional farming practices have nourished communities for thousands of years. Learning from these techniques can lead to sustainable, equitable solutions to feed the world.
MAZON Launches The Hunger Museum: A Digital Journey Through America’s History of Hunger
MAZON: A Jewish Response to Hunger has recently launched The Hunger Museum to share the story of hunger throughout America’s past, and reveal how this can shape a hunger-free future.
World’s First Vaccine to Save Honeybees from Deadly Disease Approved by USDA
The USDA recently approved the first-ever vaccine to address the global decline of the honeybee population.
Triumph Over Apple Scab: University of Minnesota Releases Apple Variety Resistant to Fungal Disease
After 30 years of research and development, Triumph is a “triumph over apple scab,” with benefits for the environment, growers, and consumers.
Upcycling for Hydroponics in Singapore
Keratin can be upcycled from many kinds of on-farm biowastes, like hair, hooves, feathers, wool, and horns.
Food Donation Can Help Nigeria Fight Hunger and Cut Food Waste
The Global Food Donation Policy Atlas research shows Nigeria could benefit from improved food donation policies.





