The Tokyo Nutrition for Growth Summit 2021 aims to tackle global malnutrition in all its forms with commitments from participating countries and stakeholders.
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UK Announces Pilot of Highly Protected Marine Areas
The UK will identify five sites to pilot Highly Protected Marine Areas in 2022 in order to increase protection of marine life and habitats.
Recent Report Exposes the Hidden Costs of Food in the U.S.
According to a recent report by the Rockefeller Foundation, the true cost of food in the U.S. is three times what Americans are currently spending on food.
The Post-COVID Hospitality Industry: “Crisis Creates Opportunities”
Challenges brought by the COVID-19 pandemic provided new opportunities for businesses to become more sustainable.
New Report Shows Sustainability in Global Aquaculture
A recent report in Nature details the growth and promise of the global aquaculture industry.
U.N. Food Systems Champions Discuss Solutions that Support Nutritious Diets for All
Experts discuss why food systems must support not just calorie production, but nutrient-dense, locally adapted diets.
Apeel Acquires ImpactVision, Furthering Goal of Reducing Global Food Waste
Apeel’s new imaging technology will help food producers, distributors and consumers have a better picture of when produce is ripe, and how long it will stay fresh.
New Wave Co-Founder Talks about the Future of Plant-Based Seafood
New Wave Foods Co-Founder Michelle Wolf believes the shift to plant-based protein isn’t just a fad; it’s a whole movement.
15 Organizations Supporting Farm and Food Workers
These organizations are working for better protections for farm and food workers across the United States.
Selling the Past as Innovation in Africa
Despite criticism, a growing number of farmers, scientists, and development experts are advocate for a shift from high-input, chemical-intensive agriculture to low-input ecological farming.
Nuance Is Our Friend, Ideology Is Our Enemy
To build a better food system, we must welcome solutions that embrace nuance.
Kathleen Merrigan on Food and Farming in U.S. and the Future of the Country’s Agricultural System
Kathleen Merrigan, Director of the Swette Center for Sustainable Food Systems, talks about the need to support rural communities, young farmers, and the future of the U.S. Department of Agriculture under a new administration.
Treasure8 Appoints New Sr. VP of Operations
Treasure8 adds Matthew Roberts to the Executive Leadership Team with responsibility over operations, supply chain, and the development of new applications of the company’s science & technology.
Food Tank’s Fall 2020 Reading List
As the cool weather sets in, Food Tank is here with a list of 22 books to inspire hope for the food system’s future.
New on the Podcast: Food and Nutrition Educators Find New Ways to Meet Students’ Needs
On this week’s episode of “Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg,” hear about the teachers and educational organizations working to ensure that students stay fed and engaged.
The Dark Side of Agricultural Free Trade: A Caribbean Perspective
Free trade in agriculture has disrupted livelihoods, crippled infrastructures, and eroded essential support services within Caribbean economies.
New on the Podcast: Jeff Huckaby and Laura Batcha on Organic Farming.
Jeff Huckaby and Laura Batch discuss the growth of organic farming.
Brooklyn Nonprofit Rethinks Food Waste to Feed New Yorkers During COVID-19
Rethink Food, a nonprofit that reduces and reuses excess food from restaurants and grocery stores, launched several emergency programs to create jobs and distribute meals to people in need.