Climate change, pesticides, and habitat loss put pollinators – and our food supply – at risk. Here’s how you can help protect pollinators.
Category: Food Politics + Justice
Fight Drought with Diet – What’s the Water Footprint of your Food?
This billboard about how to fight drought with diet appeared in my neighborhood and brightened my day!
Why is the Government Pushing GMOs?
The government has had a hand in marketing the least healthy foods for decades. This pro-GMO program isn’t much different from the USDA checkoff programs that promote meat and dairy to consumers.
Why Palm Oil is a Problem for People & Planet
Palm oil is found in everything from vegan butter to shampoo, and it has devastating consequences for people and planet. Learn why palm oil is a problem, and find out which companies are making commitments to more sustainable palm oil production.
An In-Depth Look at Why Buying Local Food Matters
Here’s why buying local foods matters: it’s just plain better than visiting the local corporate grocer. Let’s look at the impact of local food dollars!
Learn How to Talk about Factory Farming at this Training Session
Meet some fellow animal advocates and learn how to talk about factory farming on December 9th and 10th!
Is a carrageenan ban on the horizon?
Late last week, the National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) voted overwhelmingly to ban carrageenan from certified organic foods. The new rule would take effect in November 2018.
The Good Food Org Guide: Which Organizations are Working to Better our food System?
If you’re thinking about donating to sustainable food groups for the holidays, FoodTank’s Good Food Org Guide can help you find local food organizations that align with your ethics.
How Soda Industry Sponsorships Hurt our Health
Soda industry sponsorships seem to be everywhere, and that’s no accident. Coke and Pepsi spend big money to keep health groups from taking a hard line against their products.
The USDA’s $20 Million Dairy Bailout
Despite mountains of evidence linking dairy foods to poor health, the USDA is buying a mountain of cheese and giving it to poor people.
Farm Tank 2016 Brings together Foodies, Farmers, Activists in Sacramento
Farm Tank will feature interactive panels with more than three dozen of the most influential and inspiring leaders in the food system
Yulin Dog Meat Festival: Are we asking the right questions?
NPR reported today that The Yulin Dog Meat Festival is going on as scheduled, despite international protest.
Watly: Solar Water Purifier Generates Power and Internet Access
Watly is designed to solve three major infrastructure needs — access to clean water, electricity to run electronic devices and internet connectivity.