Global hunger is worsening, exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. U.N. FAO Chief Economist Maximo Torero identifies three concerning trends contributing to the crisis.
Expanding Nutrition Initiatives in Lead-Up to U.N. Food Systems Summit
The Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN) is playing a key role in improving the nutrition landscape in Ethiopia.
16 Resources for Eating Seasonally Around the World
These guides can help eaters find fresh, nutritious food all year long.
A Call to Action: Multigenerational Collaboration for Food Systems Change
The Food Systems Game Changers Lab looks to leverage the power of multigenerational collaboration and transform the food system.
Chef Suzy DeYoung Fights Food Waste and Hunger in Cincinnati
La Soupe has rescued over 2 million pounds of food and turned it into meals for those in need.
Poetry X Hunger Initiative Brings Art to Anti-Hunger Fight
Poetry X Hunger is encouraging poets to help shape the conversation around hunger and food insecurity.
“Sustainability: a Top Priority for CPG Companies” Panel at Food Edge
Food Edge is New England’s leading food summit that brings together the industry’s largest brands, disruptive startups, and top researchers to discuss the future of food. Food Tank’s Dani Nierenberg will be moderating the panel, “Sustainability: a Top Priority for CPG Companies.” Panelists include: Kat Schaffner, Manager of Global Sustainability, Kellogg Company; John Becker, CEO, Ancient Harvest and Pamela’s; Paul Kollesoff, Co-Founder and General Manager, The Urgent Company.
“Righting Checks in an Equitable Future Food System” Panel – The Future Of Food @ SXSW
The Future of Food @ SXSW, presented by The Kroger Zero Hunger | Zero Waste Foundation, will be held during SXSW Online 2021. Danielle Nirenberg will be moderating the panel “Righting Checks in an Equitable Future Food System” featuring speakers: Joi Chevalier (The Cook’s Nook), Kerry Rupp (True Wealth Ventures), Roman Gonzalez (Gardenio) and Tam Hawkins (Greater Austin Black Chamber of Commerce)
“Women in Food Security Leadership” Panel
The Deaton Institute for University Leadership in International Development at the University of Missouri is hosting the inaugural Within Reach conference, with the theme of Zero Hunger. The panel “Women in Food Security Leadership” will be moderated by Food Tank’s Danielle Nierenberg and feature speakers: Barbara Stinson, President of the World Food Prize Foundation; Tjada McKenna, CEO of Mercy Corps; and Katie Fitzgerald, COO of Feeding America.
Integrated Approach Is Needed for Food System Change, Says New Report
The FABLE Consortium’s recent report proposes strategies and pathways for 20 countries to develop sustainable land-use and food systems.
As Power Returns in Parts of Texas, Hunger Remains
Mutual aid organizations and other nonprofits across Texas are working quickly to get food and clean water to the millions impacted by the recent storm.
Developing Equitable Technology for Food Security
In an event on digital and physical food security, experts discussed how technological solutions can support food security without deepening existing inequities.
Remembering Dr. Martin Luther King’s Call to End Hunger
During his address at Spelman College in 1960, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. called for an end to hunger and poverty.
20 Organizations Diverting Food Waste to Provide Meals for People in Need
Groups across the globe are finding innovative ways to recover and redistribute surplus food.
Food Banks Face Surging Demand This Holiday Season
Food banks face are facing a major surge in hunger this holiday season. Food Tank shares ways to help and food banks to support.
School-Based Food Bank Programs Most Effective, Report Says
A new report shows that food bank programs are important in fighting hunger in school children during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Food Insecurity Increasingly Tied to Obesity in the United States
A recent study finds the correlation between obesity and food insecurity has doubled over the last two decades in the United States.
Diwali Food Drive Provides Emergency Food Throughout Chester County, PA
Diwali Food Drive is helping provide food to people in need in Chester County, PA during Diwali.
USDA Extends Free Meals for Children Until End of 2020 – 2021 School Year
The USDA has extended free meals for children until the end of the 2020 – 2021 school year.
Donation-Only Restaurant Provides a Hot Meal and Community
Alabama restaurant Drexell and Honeybee’s provides meals to everyone who visits – free of charge.
