This fall, global leaders are pushing for urgent food and climate solutions at Climate Week NYC, COP 29 in Azerbaijan, and the Africa Food Systems Forum in Kigali. Don’t miss out on these critical conversations!
Report on Global Nutrition Finds Key ‘Entry Points for Intervention in Food Systems’
A new report identifies key entry points to improve global nutrition.
Three Years into the United Nations Decade of Family Farming: Lessons and Opportunities
The Decade of Family Farming was established to empower family farmers and rural communities while promoting food system reform. What has it accomplished so far?
New York May Be First State to Have Values-Based Food Purchasing
The Good Food NY Bill would make NYC the first to install a values-based approach to food purchasing.
Understanding the Link Between Agriculture and Anti-Microbial Resistance
A recent Lancet study notes that antibiotics used in farming may contribute to AMR in humans, however the direct cause remains controversial.
The Global Alliance Releases Toolkit to Help Countries Prioritize Food Systems in Climate Policies
The Global Alliance for the Future of Food recently found that almost all countries overlook critical demand-side measures to integrate food systems transformation into climate policies.
How Entrepreneurs Can Drive Food Systems Change
Goldman explains that he sees two distinct approaches companies can take as they work to move away from an unsustainable food system.
New FSI Report Measures Data-Driven Food System Solutions
Stakeholders of the food system have data to design sustainable solutions with the new 2021 FSI by Economist Impact.
Food Tank’s Winter 2022 Book List: Resources to Strengthen Local Food Systems
Kick off 2022 with these 20 books recommended by Food Tank.
Cultivate Tomorrow Hackathon: Panel on The Ethics of the Rise of Cultivated Food
In this panel convened by Cultivate Tomorrow, Food Tank president Danielle Nierenberg will moderate a discussion with experts on the morality of implementing new food systems that rely on cellular agriculture and precision fermentation to create and replace animal products.
Do Good Foods – Virtual Roundtable
During this virtual panel, Food Tank’s President Danielle Nierenberg will moderate a discussion with the founders and sponsors of Do Good Foods, a new company aiming to tackle food waste by diverting grocery store food waste to high-quality animal feed. Panelists will include founders Justin and Matt Kamine, chefs Sam Kass and Tom Colicchio, and former U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Ann Veneman.
We Interrupt Your Regularly Scheduled Panel: Future of Food
In this audience-guided panel convened by the Smithsonian Arts and Industries Building, Food Tank president Danielle Nierenberg will moderate a discussion on the Future of Food. The event will feature forward-thinking experts in food systems, including Eben Bayer, Elliot Grant, Ashley Mincey, and Taeryn Kim.
“Food Can Be the Linchpin for Change” Across Global Issues
While global forums have recently put a heavier focus on important topics like regenerative agriculture and food waste, healthy and sustainable diets are often left off the table.
Climate Goals Require “Radical Action” from Food and Beverage Businesses
Because of their immense power, food and beverage companies can help support governments and civil society to achieve major climate goals—or, they can do the opposite.
Local Government Leaders Sign the Glasgow Food and Climate Declaration at COP26
Participants called upon world leaders to recognize that local governments and communities are critical leaders in food systems sustainability.
Organic Confluences AgTech December Conference
This event presented by The Organic Center will explore the opportunities for agricultural technology to help grow and expand organic agricultural practices and methods. During the conference’s breakout session, Food Tank president Danielle Nierenberg will facilitate conversation and collaboration among conference attendees.
How Grocery Stores Can Help Consumers Make Healthy Choices
Healthy Eating Research is finding the most effective strategies to help consumers make healthy choices in grocery stores.
The Changing Culture of Dairy
In this event presented by Food Tank and Clover Sonoma, our expert panelists explore the future of the dairy industry and how we can convert to systems that empower and support communities.
COP26 Event: Lifting Up Solutions for Healthy and Sustainable Diets at the UNFCC-COP26
This session will explore the importance of healthy sustainable diets for people and the planet, as speakers address the challenges communities face accessing fresh, healthy foods as well as potential solutions.
COP26 Event: Using Investment and True Cost Accounting as Levers for Food Systems Change
This session will explore investment and True Cost Accounting (TCA) as powerful tools that can effect food systems change. Panelists will discuss the importance of each tool and what it will take unlock their power.
