Food banks face are facing a major surge in hunger this holiday season. Food Tank shares ways to help and food banks to support.
FAO and World Food Law Institute Symposium
The FAO and World Food Law Institute’s symposium on food loss and food waste shared approaches and case studies on how to mitigate these issues.
College Students Recycle Waste into Sustainable Fertilizer for Rural Farmers
Five college students won $5,000 at this year’s @WegePrize for their plan to recycle waste into sustainable fertilizer. The group projects that their organic fertilizer will cut costs for rural farmers by 35 percent.
ColdHubs Is Bringing Solar-Powered Cold Storage to Farmers in Nigeria
50 percent of produce is lost post-harvest in Nigeria. ColdHubs aims to change this through the company’s solar powered coolers.
Australia Aims to Save Honeybees from A Deadly Mite
The threat of a deadly mite is motivating Australia to protect its honey bees using new innovative technology.
New on Food Talk Live: Ted Nordhaus of The Breakthrough Institute on How Tech and Intensification Can Save Agriculture
On Food Talk Live: The Breakthrough Institute director Ted Nordhaus explains the research behind his arguments in favor of high-yield crops, intensified animal production, and a globalized supply of cheap food.
Ten Finalist Visionaries Announced in US$2 Million Food System Vision Prize
Out of more than 1,300 proposals submitted, 10 finalists have been announced for the Food System Vision Prize, a challenge that highlights actionable solutions for a more sustainable food system.
New on the Podcast: Patrick Holden on Sustainable Agriculture
Patrick Holden on trends to watch for in the food and agriculture sectors.
New Lab Works to Help Bring Plant-Based Food Businesses to Life
New innovation lab helps entrepreneurs grow plant-based food businesses in North Carolina
Farm-to-Table App Is Connecting Chefs, Eaters, and Farmers in Phoenix
Bites | Eat With Your Tribe is a mobile app connecting chefs, foodies, and urban farmers to create in-home, farm-to-table dining experiences.
120 Organizations Creating a New Decade for Food
To leap forward into 2020, we’re highlighting 120 organizations with plans for a more sustainable food system in the next year.
17 Initiatives Changing Urban Agriculture Through Tech and Innovation
From high-tech indoor farming to mobile platforms connecting urban growers and consumers, Food Tank highlights 17 initiatives using tech and innovation to improve urban agriculture.
A Next-Gen Food and Ag Accelerator Launches for Young Entrepreneurs
In tandem with its annual competition, Thought For Food is launching its Digital Labs, a digital accelerator designed for young food and agriculture entrepreneurs. Participants will have access to mentorship, resources, and a global network.
Connecting Global Food Sharing Initiatives
Researchers create a map of over 4000 food sharing initiatives to promote sustainable food systems.
Chobani Food Tech Residency Using Yogurt for Better Tech
Chobani’s manufacturing facilities are cultivating more than bacteria for yogurt—they’re also working to support early-stage food tech startups.
New Study Highlights Importance of Investing in Emerging Food Markets
By fixing the inefficient steps along the supply chain that lead to less available nutritious food, investments in Sub-Saharan Africa and parts of Asia can see better health outcomes.
Hilton Properties Takes Additional Steps to Source Local Food
FoodMaven, a technology startup committed to reducing food waste on an industrial scale, is partnering with Hilton Properties to expand Hilton’s efforts to source local food in Colorado and Texas.
25 Food and Agriculture Leaders to Watch in 2019
Food Tank is recognizing 25 inspirational individuals who are working tirelessly to transform our food system. From tech to farming to activism, they have diverse backgrounds, but their commitment to innovation in food and agriculture unites them.
The World Food Program Uses Innovation to Disrupt Hunger
The World Food Program’s high-tech, groundbreaking projects aim to identify and nurture radical solutions to hunger.
Seafood Processing Water Can Help Supply the World with Protein
Research from the Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden shows that seafood processing water is a valuable source of protein and can play a vital role in fulfilling the world’s growing demand for nutrient-dense food.
