The latest news from the agricultural sector
2024-09-29
Protecting deer with drones in Switzerland
Young deer hide in tall grass to avoid predators—but farmers often don’t notice them. Tractors and harvesters kill thousands of fawns each year. Now, volunteers are using drones to protect these wild... Read more
nature and environment switzerland
2024-09-27
Harnessing Optimism to Solve Global Hunger
Being optimistic means we understand what’s required of us and are willing to take on that uphill battle, panelists said at Climate Week NYC. Read more
2024-09-26
Pollinating insects we depend on for food production
Bees often get all the credit. But without the pollination powers of other insects, supermarket shelves would look empty. Read more
nature and environment global issues
2024-09-26
Connecting Dots Between Climate, Food Waste, and Soil Health
Ecosystem well-being is deeply tied to our own well-being as people and communities, panelists said during a Climate Week Summit. Read more
2024-09-25
'Biodiversity Is Our Real Crop Insurance'
Strengthening land—and those who steward it—is central to creating a more resilient and nourishing future, panelists said at Climate Week. Read more
2024-09-25
To Solve Climate Change, Chefs and Farmers Must Lead The Way
Chefs and farmers don’t only feed us food—they feed us stories, panelists said at an event hosted by Food Tank and James Beard Foundation. Read more
2024-09-22
Greece's water shortages spare tourists, leave farmers dry
Drought and the influx of tourists have led to severe water shortages on the Greek island of Naxos. Most locals work in agriculture. While the island uses desalination plants to provide water for the... Read more
nature and environment greece
2024-09-18
Driving food and climate solutions in NYC, Kigali, and Baku.
The coming months can make a huge impact on global food systems. Food Tank's Climate Week programming begins on Monday, Sept. 23. Read more
2024-09-18
Explore Food Tank's Fall 2024 Reading Recommendations
A fall reading list featuring books that dive into food systems, labor struggles, and sustainable solutions for today’s eaters. Read more