Farmer research networks are key to building a more relevant and inclusive food systems.
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From Farm to Doorstep: The Rise of Digital Farmers Markets
Online grocery sales in the United States are up by more than 200 percent since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
NYC Nonprofit Gives New Life to Brooklyn Community Garden
Brooklyn Community Garden is transformed by New York City’s largest land conservancy, New York Restoration Project.
NYC Nonprofit Stewards 52 Community Gardens Across All Five Boroughs
New York City’s largest land conservancy, founded by actress Bette Midler, teaches urban agriculture to residents.
Creating Communities Around Sustainable Food Ecosystems in Universities
A new initiative launched by the farm-to-table app, Bites | Eat With Your Tribe is connecting student eaters and student cooks to create sustainable food ecosystems on college campuses.
GrownBy Connects Farmers and Eaters with Local Farms and Food
The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the importance of online purchasing, as well as the stabilizing role of farms in local food systems.
Sustainable City Sparks Action in Dubai
The Sustainable City in Dubai is the first of its kind and has inspired one resident to start his own sustainable project.
Can Climate Victory Gardens Help Solve the Climate Crisis?
Green America’s Climate Victory Gardens campaign involves 8,200 gardens that collectively remove over 4,300 tons of carbon from the atmosphere each year.
Million Gardens Movement Hopes to Build a Happier, Healthier World Through Home Gardening
A joint initiative by Modern Farmer and Big Green empowers one million American families to start their own home gardens.
Integrated Approach Is Needed for Food System Change, Says New Report
The FABLE Consortium’s recent report proposes strategies and pathways for 20 countries to develop sustainable land-use and food systems.
A Chef is Reviving the Ozarks Through Food
Chef Rob Connoley is trying to tell a more complete story of the Ozarks with his research and restaurant.
Lesotho and IFAD Address the Rural Economy and Sustainable Agriculture
IFAD and Lesotho work to address sustainable rural agriculture development while uplifting women and youth in agriculture.
17 Movements in South America Fighting for Food and Land Sovereignty
These 17 movements are advocating and fighting for food sovereignty and sustainable land management in South America.
New Research Finds Growth in Social Groups Focused on Sustainable Agriculture
A new report finds deliberate growth in social groups focused on sustainable agriculture and land management.
Multigenerational Farming on Mineral Valley Farms
Farmer Brendan Kleiboeker reflects on his experience as a 6th generation farmer, his commitment to farming and agriculture, and the ways that Niman Ranch supports him and his farm.
Oxford Real Farming Conference Reaches Global Audience in 2021
The Oxford Real Farming Conference will feature internationally renowned farmers and activists on an online format in January 2021.
Reclaiming Mafia Assets for the Common Good
Libera Terra, born out of Italian anti-mafia legislation, works to reestablish confiscated Mafia assets and farmland to create socially just sustainable communities.
How a Land Trust in Iowa is Combatting Big Ag
The Sustainable Iowa Land Trust secures affordable land for farmers so they can grow food sustainably for generations to come.
An Online Platform is Enabling Farmers to Deliver Straight to Consumers
MilkRun, a Portland, Oregon-based company is supporting small, local farmers by enabling them to sell produce safely and directly to consumers’ homes. Founded by farmer and entrepreneur Julia Niiro, MilkRun is an online platform that lets farmers set their own…
Home Gardening Promotes Mental Health during COVID-19
Vegetable gardening takes center stage during the pandemic, nurturing the emotional wellbeing of an increasing number of home gardeners