Open Source Ecology is creating open source blueprints for cost-effective and efficient machines to build a “civilization-in-a-box.”
Small-Scale Farming
15 Protectors of Biodiversity #IDB2015
May 22 is the International Day of Biodiversity—an opportunity to increase understanding and awareness of the Earth’s flora and fauna.
“Global Sustainable Food and Agriculture: A Landscape Assessment” Released at Milan Expo
The Global Alliance for the Future of Food is working for strategic and collaborative funding of food and agriculture sustainability initiatives.
California Farmers Use Carbon Sequestration to Reverse Climate Change
Farmers in California are using carbon sequestration to improve soil health, diversify plant life, and reverse climate change.
Growing A Future: The Green Shoots Foundation Works to Empower Cambodian Youth through Agriculture
The Green Shoots Foundation’s Food & Agriculture and Social Entrepreneurship initiative is inspiring change in communities in Southeast Asia.
From Blight to Beauty: 10 Urban Agriculture Projects in Detroit
Detroiters turn to urban farming to revitalize their blighted city. Food Tank highlights the city’s top urban agriculture projects.
Big Head Farm has a Big Idea to Revolutionize Farmer Support
Food Tank recently interviewed Karen Warner of Big Head Farms about One Million Seeds, her innovative model that will support small and mid-sized farmers.
“Brewing” Change for Small-Scale Coffee Farmers
Through Project Alianza, Nicagaruan smallholders benefit from higher prices and sustainable management practices.
Attention U.S. Government: Farming is a Public Service!
Farming is a public service, and the federal government should treat this vocation as such, says farmer Steven Waldman.
Educating the Next Generation of Food Activists: An Interview With Dr. Amy Allen-Chabot
Dr. Amy Allen-Chabot talks to Food Tank about the important role education plays in creating a sustainable food system.
Dr. Vandana Shiva Forms Coalition in Opposition to ‘Allow Golden Rice’ Campaign
In the midst of a pro-GMO campaign tour of Southeast Asia, Dr. Vandana Shiva has formed a coalition of advocates for biodiversity to reject Golden Rice.
Soil Building in India’s ‘Suicide Belt’
The Living Soils Save Lives program is helping Indian farmers become more sustainable and resilient by cultivating living soil.
Seven Questions with Jim Kane of Culture Xplorers
Jim Kane of Culture Xplorers discusses immersive food travel experiences and lasting community impact with Food Tank.
Safeway and Fair Trade USA Announce Partnership Launching Fair Trade Seafood
Fair Trade Seafood hits shelves in the North American market.
Unlocking the Potential of Smallholder Farmers
Esther Nyongesa, a farmer in rural western Kenya, speaks about her challenges as a smallholder farmer and how One Acre Fund helped lift the burden.
Feeding a Warmer, Riskier World
Mother nature can be rough – and she’s getting rougher as our planet’s climate changes.
Nuubia Artisan Chocolate Prioritizes Sustainable Sourcing
Artisan gourmet chocolate producer Nuubia San Francisco is committed to sustainability.
Sowing a New Life for Colorado Veterans
One community organization in southwest Colorado is helping combat veterans reintegrate to civilian life through sustainable agriculture.
Innovations Changing the Way Farmers Grow Food
Farmers are creating innovations and new technologies to solve commonly faced challenges. Food Tank highlights solutions supporting small and medium sized farms
“The Meatrix: Relaunched” Continues the Fight Against Big Agriculture
Award-winning short film “The Meatrix” is re-launching to again encourage consumers to challenge the food system status quo.
