Hampshire College Launches 100% Local Food Challenge
Long known for progressive leadership, the Massachusetts college will attempt to source all food within 150 miles of campus.
Legislation to Require GMO Labels Introduced in House & Senate
So far, 9 Senators and 21 Reps have signed on as original co-sponsors.
Oasis or Mirage? An Ambitious Model for Sustainable Desert Agriculture
The Sahara Forest Project in Qatar uses solar to create fresh water, grow crops, generate electricity, and even grow trees in arid climates.
Innovative Startup Tackles US Food Waste
FoodStar helps grocers sell fruits and vegetables that aren't perfect, giving shoppers and farmers a great deal.
Farmigo Raises $8 Million for Online Farmers Market
Farmigo connects local farms with communities of buyers to make those food purchases just as easy to going to a supermarket.
Australian Supermarket Giants Turn Back On Factory Farms
They join a slew of companies in the US, finally bringing these heinous practices into the light of day.
Radical Agriculture Overhaul Would Enhance Global Ecosystems
Sustainable agricultural practices would double productivity, protect natural systems and be “game changer” for global food security.
Urban Agriculture is Crucial for Global Sustainability
Urban agriculture has the potential to address some of our most pressing challenges, including food insecurity, income generation, waste disposal, gender inequality, and urban insecurity.