School meal programs can do much more than address hunger—they can transform agriculture, strengthen local economies, and improve children’s futures.
In Monterey County, this Farm Is Building a Path to a Regenerative Food Future
This California-based organization wants to create “a living classroom for regenerative agriculture” where young people can discover a different, more hopeful food future.
In Colorado Springs, Food to Power Builds Resilience from the Ground Up
Even as nonprofits face challenging and uncertain times, Food to Power is doubling down on serving its community.
A Regenerative Farm Becomes a Lifeline for Community and Youth
A once-neglected property in Maryland has grown into a thriving farm that connects food, education, and community.
School Meals Can Teach Lessons about Climate Resilience
Students engage in climate-friendly meal days, school gardens, and cooking contests that connect food choices to environmental impact.
Planting for the Future: Expanding School Food Forests
School food forests offer a lasting solution to student nutrition, climate resilience, and hands-on education. Now, NFSN is working to scale them nationwide.
Researchers Publish Newly Updated Bibliography on Structural Racism in the Food System
The Center for Regional Food Systems published the latest edition of their Annotated Bibliography on Structural Racism in the United States, adding 90 new resources.
Climate Boot Camp: Farming and Food in the Future Climate
The Boot Camp is free to access and allows students to explore sustainability and climate at their own pace.
EARTH University Aims to Increase Impact and Improve Global Food Systems through Nature-Positive Strategy
EARTH University’s strategy is designed to improve global food systems and help communities adapt to climate change.
Breaking Barriers: How Malawi’s Largest Smallholder Association Is Empowering Women
NASFAM is empowering Malawi’s women farmers in ways that will benefit generations to come.
How EARTH University Is Training the Next Generation of Global Food Systems Leaders
EARTH University teaches students how to create sustainable farming practices and solve real-world food systems challenges.
Sweetwater Farms: Cultivating Knowledge in Houston
Sweetwater Farms HTX is cultivating a vibrant community in Houston through agriculture, outreach, and education.
Transforming Chennai with Rooftop Gardens
In Chennai, CUFI is revolutionizing urban spaces with rooftop gardens, promoting community health, sustainability, and empowerment.
These Leaders Are Learning to ‘Make the World Better With Food’
So many other culinary education and food studies programs are guiding the next generation of leaders to think deeply about human and planetary health.
Dispatch from the U.N. Climate Change Conference: Friday, Dec. 8
COP28 is calling governments, corporations, and philanthropists together, with youth and education taking center stage.
Let’s Tell Our Kids Bedtime Stories About Food Systems
Activism, advocacy and involvement in food and agriculture issues can and should start at an early age.
Food as Healing: Nurturing Ourselves and Land Through Food
FromSoil2Soul is helping people experience nature’s remedial effects while healing both themselves and the earth.
H3irloom Food Group Educates to Honor Black Food Culture
Chefs David and Tonya Thomas are honoring the roots of Black food culture through sustainability and education.
Inspiring the Next Generation on Sankofa Farms
Sankofa Farms Agricultural Academy is helping young Black students connect more deeply with the food system while equipping them with career readiness skills and helping them envision new paths for their futures.
20 Books About Food to Carry You Through Summer 2022
Uncover the hidden world of food this summer with these 20 books.