Women are disproportionately impacted by natural disasters and public health crises. Despite this, food systems solutions often fail to address gender equity. On the podcast, Dani talks about the essential role women play in building a better food system.
New Study Highlights Natural Disaster’s Impact on Global Agriculture Network
A recent study from Columbia University models the impact of a climatic natural disaster.
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.
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
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.
Locust Swarms Threaten Food Security in Horn of Africa
The Horn of Africa is currently experiencing one of the most destructive locust invasions in history, threatening food security and the livelihoods of small farmers.
New on the Podcast: Youth are Key to a Sustainable Food System
On the latest episode of “Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg” hear about the youth inspiring change in the food system and the organizations that are working to ensure that children lead healthy lives.
Parents in Lebanon Barter on Facebook through Food Crisis
With the economy in freefall, Lebanese families are resorting to Facebook bartering platforms to exchange goods and services for food.
13 Organizations That Need Your Help to Feed Explosion Victims in Beirut
13 groups and organizations, where people can donate to, working to feed and provide other forms of aid to people affected by the explosions in Beirut, Lebanon.
The Rockefeller Foundation is Advocating for Major Changes to the U.S. Food System in response to COVID-19
As COVID-19 continues to challenge the U.S. Food system, “Reset the Table,” a new paper from the Rockefeller Foundation Offers a roadmap for the future.
Leaders from EU and U.S. Debate Farm to Fork Strategy and Future of Global Trade
According to EU Agriculture Commissioner Janusz Wojciechowski, the pandemic underscores the critical need for a more sustainable, self-reliant European food system, which the new Farm to Fork Strategy is designed to achieve.
New E-book Finds COVID-19 Is Exacerbating Inequalities in Food Security
The coronavirus pandemic has sparked not only a health crisis but also an economic crisis, which together pose a serious threat to food security, particularly in poorer countries.
Family Meal Sacramento, Keeping Families Fed and Chefs In Business
Family Meal Sacramento continues serving 400-800 meals a day to at-risk families while employing chefs at more than 40 restaurants during COVID-19.
New FEED Act to Address Food Insecurity With Help From Restaurants
The new FEMA Empowering Essential Deliveries Act will ease restrictions on federal aid to help state governments enlist restaurants for emergency food preparation.
Indiana Restaurant Transforms Model to Help Workers and Feed Community
La Scala Italian Restaurant switched from a World Central Kitchen model into a CSA program to support the community.
27 Organizations Working to Conserve Seed Biodiversity
Food Tank is highlighting 27 seed saving organizations around the world that are working to preserve genetic diversity and protect food security.
Practicing Dignity in Food Provisioning in Scotland
More people in the United Kingdom are struggling to access food. Nourish Scotland’s online workshops help emergency food volunteers promote the dignity of those in need.
Africa’s Farmers: Key to Solving Malnutrition
For the fifth straight year, chronic hunger increased worldwide. But supporting small-scale farmers and ecologically sound farming practices has the potential to nourish communities and the planet.
Little Free Pantries Providing COVID-19 Food Relief In Seattle
In Seattle, communities are building Little Free Pantries and filling them with pantry goods to help feed their neighbors.
Feeding Families in Need: Renewable Energy Companies Enter the Mix
As food insecurity in the U.S. rises and food relief programs grapple with overwhelming demand during the pandemic, some unusual partners—renewable energy companies—are stepping up.
