Canadian writer and food policy analyst Wayne Roberts, best known for his work with the Toronto Food Policy Council, has died at the age of 76.
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Food banks face are facing a major surge in hunger this holiday season. Food Tank shares ways to help and food banks to support.
Support Food Tank in the New Year by Becoming a Member Today
Become a Food Tank member today and help to build a stronger, more resilient food system.
Greater Pittsburgh Food Action Plan Prioritizes Justice in the Food System
The Greater Pittsburgh Food Action Plan seeks to prioritize equity in the region’s food system.
Maryland Bans EPS Packaging in Food Service
With the EPA saying EPS packaging “can have serious impacts upon human health, wildlife, and aquatic environment, and the economy,” Maryland decides to ban foam packaging altogether
How the 2020 Election Will Impact Food, Agriculture, and Labor in the U.S.
Local elections and ballot measures in the 2020 election have implications for policies in food, agriculture, and labor policies in the United States.
Mexican State of Oaxaca Becomes First to Ban Selling Junk Food To Children
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New on the Podcast: The Future of Food Policy Has Big Implications for the Environment
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Leaders from EU and U.S. Debate Farm to Fork Strategy and Future of Global Trade
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New on the Podcast: Dr. William Dietz on the Epidemic of Obesity, Venkatesh Mannar on the 2020 Global Nutrition Report
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