Food & Agriculture
How important is the Amazon Rainforest for the Brazilian economy?
It’s estimated that there have been at least 9,000 square kilometers of deforestation in the Brazilian Amazon over the past 12 months. Read More
Diversifying crops can cut emissions and increase profits
Farmers across the Corn Belt tend to plant rotations of soy and corn. Diversification could boost returns and reduce pollution. Why don't farmers make the switch? Read More
Hard truths from a decade of investing in regional food systems
We need to change both who we fund and how we fund if we want to create an equitable, thriving future. Read More
Why students at a school in Palm Beach County can’t go outside
The community is located just 40 miles from Mar-a-Lago and the ostentatious wealth associated with coastal Palm Beach County. The small towns that sit just off the southern shore of Lake Okeechobee are a world apart. Read More
3 climate-resilient food solutions for smallholder farmers
Maize, lentils and fish offer keys to sustainable farming. Read More
Collaborative action in the Midwest is creating a more resilient food system
By working together and leaning on the unique contributions each member of the food ecosystem, we can become better equipped to reach our collective goals for soil health, water quality and beyond. Read More
3 ways to accelerate a circular food system, even in the middle of a pandemic
At Circularity 20, experts, founders, and practitioners described how to embed circular economy principles in our food system. Read More
The broken system that sends most food waste and organic matter to landfills
Most waste management firms are compensated for every truckload of material they send to landfill. This locks them into the existing model. It's time for a new approach. Read More
Applying science and healthcare principles to soil wellness can help our planet
Improving the health of the planet, the quality and quantity of our food and the prosperity of farms and agricultural businesses starts underground. Read More
Unilever touts supply chain mapping pilot to tackle deforestation
The project involves combining satellite imagery with geolocation data to build a more complete picture of the firm's supply chain. Read More
