Food & Agriculture
From the lab to the field, agriculture seeks to adapt to a warming world
With rising temperatures, the world’s food supplies are at risk, with deceasing yields in key staple crops. Researchers and innovators are looking at more resilient crops and farm animals — from heat-resistant wheat, to drought-resistant rice, to Naked Neck chickens that stay cooler. Read More
The quest for sustainable farming in California's Bay Area
It takes creativity, tenacity and funding to build a sustainable land-based operation in Sebastopol, about 60 miles north of San Francisco, where Green Valley Farm + Mill is situated. Read More
Investors say agroforestry isn’t just climate friendly — it’s profitable
Agroforestry, the ancient practice of incorporating trees into farming, is one subset of regenerative agriculture, Read More
Pondering the rise of 'food parks'
Aquaponics and other indoor ag systems rely on access to water and energy, not soil or seas. Siting them near existing distribution hubs or industrial parks makes plenty of sense. Read More
The future of organic coffee: Building a network of support for regenerative agriculture
Part of Hala Tree Coffee Farm's initiative to move toward regenerative agriculture is helping other local farmers in Hawaii obtain organic certification. Read More
In changing urban neighborhoods, new food offerings can set the table for gentrification
When the type of food sold in an area changes, it provides a focal point for identifying gentrification. Read More
How Cargill’s new science-based water targets go with the flow
Can a context-based approach to water create a sea change in ag? Read More
Danone's Eric Soubeiran: 'The food system is broken'
Soubeiran is the vice president of nature and water cycle at the French food giant. He shares the company's plans to move away from intensive farming practices in the pandemic era. Read More
The entire meat supply chain faces perilous future
Consumption continues to decline, generating real questions about the sustainability of the current system. But are we prepared for a just transition? Read More
The future of the fashion industry requires innovative circular systems
This company is trying to show the world that we can create industrial systems that are beneficial to humanity and to our habitat. Read More