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Small-Scale Farming
Study Finds that Smallholder Farmers Need More Support to Adopt Conservation Agriculture Practices
A study of the adoption of conservation agriculture in Paraguay identifies challenges faced by small-scale farmers in its sustained implementation.
Let’s Get Growing: 10,000 Gardens in Africa
This innovative campaign aims to promote biodiversity, small-scale agriculture, and traditional foods. Learn more about how they are achieving these goals.
Growing the Local Food Economy of Denver as a Community
Grow Local Colorado is promoting local food, local economy, and local community throughout Denver, CO.
Improved Crop Storage Bags Can Improve Harvests and Incomes
PICS Bags, developed by Purdue University, are proving useful for insect-free crop storage in sub-Saharan Africa.
The Eat Think Vote Campaign Wins a National Food Policy for Canada
The Eat Think Vote campaign prompts the conversation for a national food policy in Canada.
How Bananas are Helping One Farmer Achieve His Dreams
Bananas have always been a big part of Japhet Bizimungu’s life.
New Law Could Change France’s Food System for the Better
French Parliament has voted in favor of a law that could revolutionize their food system.
Bringing More Than Just Food to NYC Neighborhoods
Just Food describes their organization’s efforts to build a stronger, more just food system in NYC.
Two Birds with One Stone: Fighting Both Food Waste and Hunger
Ampleharvest.org is expanding their network to reduce both food waste and hunger.
Eliminating Toxic Pesticides from Our Food and Environment
Beyond Pesticides is bringing pesticide policy reform to Washington, D.C.
10 Farmer Training Programs Helping Veterans Heal
Programs across the country are helping veterans transition to a new, productive life working in food and agriculture.
Leading a Global Mission to Reduce Food Waste
The Postharvest Education Foundation provides innovative programs that motivate and empower people to reduce food waste around the world.
Drought-Resistant White Beans Bring Hope to Smallholder Farmers in Ethiopia
Drought in Ethiopia is threatening bean production and the livelihood of smallholder farmers. Food Tank discusses solutions with researchers on the ground.
Inspiring Young Farmers In Africa: An Interview with Future Young Farmers
Future Young Farmers program coordinator, Sande Olocho, talks about reversing negative agriculture trends in Kenya through youth involvement.
Trojan Horse Aid: Seeds of Resistance and Resilience in the Bolivian Highlands and Beyond
Industrial-style agriculture not the path to sustainable livelihoods for the world’s family farmers, author says.
Wholesome Wave and Navajo Nation Partner to Overcome Food Insecurity in Navajo Nation
Navajo Nation and Wholesome Wave join together to increase healthy food access in Navajo Nation’s most rural and remote communities.
Planting the Seed: Cultivating the Next Generation of Farmers
The Center for Land-Based Learning strives to create opportunities for agriculture, youth, the environment, and businesses.
Whole Foods Partnering with Urban Farming Project to Improve Food Security in Chicago Neighborhood
Whole Foods and local organizations are teaming up to bring a new store to Englewood.
Fighting Hunger with Fruit: The New Orleans Fruit Tree Project
The New Orleans Fruit Tree Project allows fruit tree owners to donate their surplus harvest to feed the hungry.
