Sustainable Business

Feeding America: “Americans Struggling with hunger don’t qualify for federal nutrition assistance”

A study by Feeding America reveals that most Americans struggling with hunger do not qualify for federal food assistance. Findings will provide policymakers and influencers with an evidence base to develop integrated hunger strategies.

Preserving Africa’s Cultural Heritage at the Dinner Table

Changing lifestyles and a reliance on imported food is eroding traditional cuisine in Ghana. Through food across the continent, this Ghanaian chef is celebrating and preserving Africa’s culinary heritage, one yassa, maboke, or fonio jollof at a time.

Winners of Grow Ahead’s 2018 Scholarship Announced

The winners of the Foundation for New York’s Strongest micro-grant winners have been announced, recognizing innovative action against food waste in New York’s bid to be zero waste by 2030.

Opinion | Why Fast Fashion Needs to Slow Down

Have you ever thought about what your clothes are made of? Who makes them, or what happens when you throw them away? The truth about the fashion industry is ugly, but you can be part of the change.

Fresh Perspectives on Wasted Food in Milan

Apeel Sciences and Food Tank hosted young food leaders for sustainable food, drink, and discussion in Milan, featuring fresh perspectives on wasted food.

Celebrating Food that Tastes Good and Does Good

The Food Sustainability Media Awards honors journalists whose work raises awareness around sustainable food, agriculture, and nutrition. At a special evening event, eco-chef Tom Hunt shared his experience as a chef and activist and his food philosophy.

Evaluating the Future of Food through True Cost Accounting

In its new booklet, the Global Alliance for the Future of Food explains why we need True Cost Accounting to protect the future of our food, our health, and the health of our planet.

Transfernation’s New App Seeks to Reduce Food Insecurity in Urban Areas

Transfernation’s app connects pre-existing transportation networks, businesses, and shelters in dense urban areas to efficiently solve food insecurity on a low budget.

Agriculture’s Silicon Valley Hopes to Attract Entrepreneurs Addressing the Food System

The Yield Lab and The Yield Lab Institute invest, accelerate, and mentor agri-tech companies around the world.

Marc Buckley Wants Us to See the World Differently

Marc Buckley tells Food Tank about the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and his work spearheading a sustainable food and beverage company.

Dr. Rafael Latorre on Illegal Crops, Deforestation, and Medical Marijuana

La Finca Interacviva hopes to bring about the change in socio-economic, environmental lives of Colombian Indigenous People and those suffering from debilitating medical conditions through medical hemp.

The Bitter and Sweet: Dispatch from the 2018 World Cocoa Conference

The cocoa and chocolate sector convened at the World Cocoa Conference to discuss the future of the crop we love. Learn key insights on sustainability in the sector from conference moderator, Simran Sethi.

Winners of the 2018 Foundation for New York’s Strongest’s Food Waste Grant Announced

The winners of the Foundation for New York’s Strongest micro-grant winners have been announced, recognizing innovative action against food waste in New York’s bid to be zero waste by 2030.

Food and Beverage Sector Aims to Turn Climate Goals into Reality

Ceres’ new food and beverage sector report commends leadings companies on climate goals, but calls for bold plans across the sector in sustainability, water conservation, and human rights security.

No Food Left Behind

Thomas McQuillan, of Baldor Specialty Foods, Inc., explains how he transformed the company’s sustainability and how he intends to spread the word about zero waste.

It’s e-Farmony: Suzanna Denison Pairs Landless Farmers with Landowners

Suzanna Denison is passionate about linking landless, aspiring farmers with non-farming landowners and retiring farmers.

“How can we make food policy more relevant to politicians?” Interview with Oregon’s Alexis Taylor

Director of the Oregon Department of Agriculture, Alexis Taylor, discusses the importance of youth in the food system, how individuals can help shape food policy, and her ties to agriculture and farming.

New Australian Alliance Building Farmers Markets

The Farmers Market Alliance of New South Wales, Australia, is working to protect the reputation and integrity of Australian farmers markets and support local farmers and artisan producers.

Seed-to-Farm-to-Table: Dan Barber Introduces His New Enterprise, Row 7

Ten years ago, Dan Barber was having a conversation in his kitchen with Michael Mazourek, a Cornell University seed breeder, about growing a more flavorful butternut squash. This collaboration is the starting point for Barber’s new company, Row 7, which will bring together chefs and seed breeders from around the country to develop new varieties of vegetables.

Ben Friedman is Taking a Business Approach to Solve Environmental Problems

Ben Friedman shares how restaurants can transform food practices to promote sustainability. He sat down with Food Tank to talk about a range of issues that hurt the food system, and how individuals can help solve these problems.

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