sustainability Archives

Interview with Professor Jules Pretty, author and academic whose work focuses on sustainable agriculture and the relationship between people and the land.

“Sustainable Agriculture and Healthy Food Consumption Behaviors Go Together”

Pretty is on the Steering Committee for a new report from TEEB AgriFood. This report addresses how to evaluate our food system in the context of agriculture, ecology, and human health on a global level.

Op-ed: Can Supermarkets Nurture Sustainable Farming Practices?

While U.S. retailers have struggled to create policies that drive sustainability on the farm, a recent Stanford study reports on the success of one South African retailer.

The U.N. Environment Programme announces applications for second Young Champions of the Earth

Join the Young Champions of the Earth! Apply Now!

U.N. Environment Programme invites young adults with ideas for environmental sustainability to apply for 2018 Young Champions of the Earth award.

March 22 is World Water Day. This year's theme is "Nature for Water," focusing on nature-based solutions for improving global water management.

World Water Day 2018: Working with Nature to Improve Global Water Management

The theme for this year’s World Water Day is “Nature for Water.” Read more about the annual UNESCO World Water Development Report and opportunities to combine traditional water infrastructure projects with nature-based solutions.

Fair Trade Conference assembles advocates to discuss equity in trade, opportunities for marginalized producers.

The Fair Trade Campaigns Upcoming Conference to Feature Sustainability, Diversity, and Impact in Fair Trade

The Fair Trade Campaigns Conference renews commitment of universities and communities to conducting operations with equity in trade in mind, opening up opportunities for marginalized producers.

Farmers around the world are growing older, and there are few willing to take their place.

The Future of Coffee Depends on You(th)

Farmers around the world are aging, and there are few young people prepared to take their place. Global food security will depend on cultivating the next generation of farmers.

Arkansas Farmers joining cooperatives to make small farming possible.

Organic Valley Farmer Emily Zweber on the Future of Food and Agriculture

Emily Zweber, an organic, sustainable dairy farmer, sat down with Food Tank to discuss changes in agriculture, the food system, and the role youth can play in transforming the landscape.

These organizations are galvanizing action at all levels to ensure that soil is at the center of sustainable development.

Soil is “Key to Sustaining Life on Earth”

Soils are the foundation for sustainable agricultural development and a key component of the U.N. Sustainable Development Goals. These innovative soil initiatives are leading the way in sustainable soil management.

Professor Azam-Ali shares ways to adapt the food system to promote nutrition & sustainability in an age of climate change and population growth.

Op-Ed: The Future of Food

The food system cannot sustain prolonged impacts from climate change and unchecked population growth. Professor Sayed Azam-Ali shares his insights about creating a sustainable future for food through the generation of a long-lasting, nutritional food source.

These 18 food and farming films unveil the stories, struggles, and triumphs of those working to build a better food of system.

18 Films about Food to Inspire, Outrage, and Mobilize

Food Tank has curated a list of provocative food and farming films sure to spur debate, inspire action, and illuminate pressing food system issues.