Food & Agriculture
Tree Top, Pop-Tarts and the beauty of ugly fruit in tackling food waste
What is old is new again for the food industry as consumers become aware of the virtues of turning damaged apples and other fruit into purees, canned foods, breakfast items and other products. Read More
Can regenerative agriculture deliver on its promise?
Skeptics are sowing doubts about the carbon sequestration potential. The questions underscore the complexities of soil science. Read More
In semi-arid Africa, farmers are transforming the 'underground forest' into life-giving trees
Revitalization of a traditional agricultural practice known as farmer managed natural regeneration is bringing new life to millions of acres of degraded land while boosting food, fuel, habitat and carbon storage. Read More
Fungi-inspired companies could play a new role in sustainability
From packaging to ecosystem rehabilitation, mycelium — the root structure of mushrooms — has a lot to offer. Read More
This is agtech's fertile future
The hunger for alternative protein and non-synthetic approaches to cultivation are inspiring new innovation recipes for animal health and aquaculture. Read More
Why protecting soil carbon is a win-win for farmers and the planet
The benefits of protecting and restoring soil carbon go well beyond any one farm or any one year. But not enough people are taking these steps. Read More
The growing movement to help farmers reduce pollution and make a profit
In Pennsylvania, an innovative program is showing farmers how to plant cash crops in buffer zones to help stabilize stream banks and clean up waterways. Read More
COVID-19 and food: Slowdowns, layoffs and one silver lining
Restaurants are struggling, affecting local producers. But many are acting quickly to minimize food waste and some have seen a surge in online orders. Read More
Sodexo doubles down on food recovery as clients shut doors amid pandemic
With school closures and companies mandating employees to work from home, the facilities management company's food waste reduction efforts have even more relevance. Read More
Should land be used for solar panels or agriculture?
The burgeoning Solar Sheep movement argues: Why not both? Read More