Food Systems

6 articles

Split image showing a vibrant, sustainable farm contrasted with a deforested, polluted landscape, symbolizing the urgent need for change in food systems.
Food

Sustainable Food Systems Philosophy Needs Urgent Rethink for 2026

The EU-Mercosur trade deal threatens to flood markets with beef and animal feed, products directly tied to rampant deforestation and heavy pesticide use across South America.

Isabella Cortez·May 19, 2026
Costa Rican farmers harvesting fresh, colorful produce in a sustainable farm setting, with modern irrigation systems in the background.
Nutrition

Costa Rica launches pathway to strengthen food systems

In Buenos Aires, 11.76% of households faced food insecurity in 2020, a stark contrast to the national average and underscoring the urgent local need for Costa Rica's newly launched sustainable agrifoo

Ryan Patel·May 7, 2026
A futuristic circular food system cityscape with vertical farms, renewable energy, and efficient transportation, symbolizing sustainability and resource transformation.
Brands

What Is a Circular Food System and Why Do Brands Need It?

If wasted food were a country, it would be the world's third-largest carbon dioxide producer, trailing only the USA and China, according to Foodtrails .

Daniel Moretti·April 25, 2026
A diverse family happily preparing a healthy, colorful meal together in a sunlit kitchen, surrounded by fresh produce.
Food

Sustainable Staples Gain Traction for Eco-Conscious Family Meals

This Earth Day, Natural Grocers is partnering with the Rodale Institute to raise $100,000 for farmer training, signaling a deeper industry shift towards regenerative agriculture, according to Pagosa D

Isabella Cortez·April 20, 2026
A visually appealing and diverse selection of sustainable alternative protein foods, including plant-based options and innovative protein sources, presented on a rustic table.
Brands

Sustainable Alternative Protein Types

Replacing just 20% of Europe's meat intake with alternative proteins could slash food-related land use by 45% and emissions by 34%, reports GFI Europe.

Daniel Moretti·April 20, 2026
A cinematic image showing diverse hands planting seeds in rich soil, with a sustainable city and agricultural landscape in the background, symbolizing global collaboration for sustainable nutrition policy and future health.
Nutrition

Forget Fad Diets: The Future of Health Lies in Sustainable Nutrition Policy

To achieve genuine, long-term well-being, we must move beyond fleeting diet fads and embrace sustainable nutrition policies. This requires looking at the vast, intricate systems that determine our food, not just our plates.

Ryan Patel·April 4, 2026