New Report from Chicago Council and Rockefeller Foundation Charts Path to Zero Hunger in an Equitable World Amid Global Crises

A new report offers a framework of hope, envisioning a hunger-free world and community-based decision making.

Revolutionizing Agriculture: How Empowering Women Could Boost Global Food Security and GDP

Recent research shows that dismantling gender inequalities in agrifood systems can boost economic growth, food security, and resilience to climate shocks.

The Forum for Farmers and Food Security Is Literally Investing in the Future of Food Producers

Leveraging the power of strategic partnerships to invest in smallholder farmers can support producers’ livelihoods and protect the planet.

New Coalition Prioritizes Action to Transform Food Systems

The Forum for Farmers and Food Security is launching to connect farmers with markets, unlock investments in the agriculture sector, and encourage the transfer of knowledge.

From Marginalization to Empowerment: How Investing in Women Can Transform Sub-Saharan Africa

Solutions developed by and for women farmers can help break the cycle of poverty and food insecurity.

The New Narrative of Rural Communities Has To Put People First, Not Profit

To support thriving rural areas, every part of the food system needs to recognize that people are more important than profit.

24,000 Families to Receive Food Boxes to Combat Food Insecurity During Ramadan

ICNA Relief’s Ramadan Food Box initiative is responding to food insecurity across the nation through providing culturally significant options during the month of Ramadan.

White House Seeking New Commitments to End Hunger and Improve Health by 2030

The White House is seeking new commitments from stakeholders across food and agriculture systems to support the implementation of the National Strategy to end hunger and reduce diet-related diseases.

Latin America’s Food Paradox

Nearly 268 million Latin Americans are feeling the effects of food insecurity, with many millions more likely to join their ranks in the coming months.

Global Development’s Glaring Blind Spot: The Power of Smallholder Women Farmers

Smallholder farmers produce up to 80 percent of the food supply in Asian and sub-Saharan African countries, and women are crucial producers on those farms.

Food Recovery from Super Bowl Tailgating Offers a Model to Address Hunger

Surplus food from a celebrity tailgate party will be donated to a local nonprofit. What if this happened at all major events?

In the Face of Setbacks, the Anti-Hunger Movement Presses On

“I believe that no one wants children to go hungry. Nobody wants families to go hungry,” says Rev. Eugene Cho. “Nobody wants farmers in urban and rural contexts to go hungry.”

Looming Cuts to SNAP by New Congress

Some SNAP recipients are expected to see their benefits fall from US$281 to US$23 per month.

Study Finds Saskatchewan’s Garden Patch Urban Garden a Success

During the pandemic, some urban food banks in Canada have seen nearly double the number of visits. The Garden Patch offers a sustainable example of urban farming to help increase food access.

This Is Your Sign to Take Action in the Food System this Year!

It’s never too late to get involved in the food movement. Now is the perfect moment to pick an organization whose mission inspires you and help build systems that are better for people and planet.

123 Food and Agriculture Organizations to Watch in 2023

Keep an eye on these 123 organizations that are pushing for better food and agriculture systems.

The Food Donation Improvement Act Is Headed to President Biden’s Desk

Advocates call the passing of the Food Donation Improvement Act “a monumental win for food policy.”

Congress Passes the Food Donation Improvement Act

The Food Donation Improvement Act will make it easier for food businesses to donate healthy, safe surplus food to those in need.

Climate Action Must Include Nutrition

The climate crisis exacerbates hunger and malnutrition by threatening the nutritional quality of crops as well as crop productivity.

SDG2 Advocacy Hub Launches Two Anti-Hunger Campaigns at COP27

Advocates say that urgent reform is needed to address the global hunger and climate crises. Two campaigns launched at COP27 outline important interventions.

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