Learn the truth behind these 10 myths about plant-forward eating.
New on the Podcast: Jeff Dunn on the Food Industry, Carrots, and Going Plant-Based
For Bolthouse Farms CEO, Jeff Dunn, carrot-based products and other plant-powered meals are the next directions for the food industry.
Net-Zero Emissions Future in Latin America and the Caribbean Offers Jobs
A recent report finds that Latin America and the Caribbean can create 19 million net jobs in plant-based agriculture by 2030 with a decarbonized economy.
A Veggie Burger Is Still a Burger, Says EU
Meat or not—the global meat substitute market is expected to rake in $8.1 billion by 2026.
20 Plant-Forward Chefs Loving Vegetables This Valentine’s Day
Food Tank is highlighting 20 chefs proving plants are some of the most versatile ingredients for special occasions—especially this Valentine’s Day.
Miyoko’s Kitchen: Leading the Dairy Revolution
When asked why she uses a political term like revolution to discuss cheese, Miyoko answers matter-of-factly, then elaborates connecting all of the political decisions that get made to take a glass of cow’s milk from subsidy to table.
Miyoko’s Kitchen: Compassionate Business Model
While Miyoko’s revolution has long-term goals for the planet, she implements her values on a daily basis at each stage of production.
New Burger Joint Is Celebrating Plant, Planet, and Plenty More
A new restaurant in Silver Spring, Maryland is offering customers a plant-based experience that connects eaters to the food system in a burger joint.
Meat in the Middle: Blended Options Join Eaters in Sustainability
New options on grocery store shelves nationwide this summer remind eaters that flexitarian diets can help even committed meat-eaters limit their impact on the environment.
Celebrating the Mediterranean Diet’s Impact on Health and the Planet
This May, International Mediterranean Diet Month acknowledges the impacts conscious eating can have on mental, physical, and planetary health across the world.
Canada’s Revised Food Guide Makes Plant-forward Suggestions
Canada’s much anticipated revised food guide includes some major changes, like suggestions to eat more plant-based proteins and reduce consumption of processed foods.
10 Plant Forward Cookbooks that Make Greener Eating Easier
Chefs and cookbook authors show the potential of reaching a nutritious, sustainable food system by championing plant-based cooking.
Celebrate Hummus and Falafel on February 10th #LovePulses
World Pulses Day is February 10th! Read about why pulses matter for global health and the environment in 10 of our favorite Food Tank articles.
Dear Norman Rockwell: The American Thanksgiving is Changing
Americans are turning away from conventionally raised turkeys, instead featuring sustainably raised turkeys or plant-based alternatives at the center of their Thanksgiving feasts.
Roddenberry Foundation launches U.S.$1 million Prize 2018
This year, the Roddenberry Foundation will award U.S.$1 million to four organizations for innovations in food waste, plant-rich diets, education, and gender equity.
#EarthDay2018: Eating as if the Planet Mattered
In honor of Earth Day, April 22nd, Food Tank is highlighting five high-impact actions each person can take to eat as if the planet mattered. Eating as if the planet matters means eating more healthful foods, wasting less food, helping reverse climate change, and reducing the rates of overfishing and overexploitation of soils. These changes can also help consumers save money and build more resilient, fun, and beautiful communities.
HAPPY Inspires Youth Engagement in the Food System
Haile Thomas of HAPPY educates younger generations about plant-based diets and healthy lifestyle choices to create positive change in the food system. She will be speaking at the Washington D.C. Food Tank Summit in February.
Plant-Based Food Advocates Fight DAIRY PRIDE Act
This bill claims that plant-based products labeled as milk are misleading to consumers and plant-based milk, cheese, and yogurt imitations do not provide the same nutrition content as genuine dairy products.
Campbell: “Goal of bringing more plant-based foods to consumers”
“We are committed to providing our consumers with food choices that meet their nutrition, well-being, and lifestyle needs,” says Ed Carolan, President of Campbell Fresh.
