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#food-security

fromIrish Independent

Gaza population now faces critical risk of famine, global hunger monitor warns

Gaza is at high risk of famine by September, with 500,000 facing starvation.

6 days ago

Gaza aid trucks looted amid 'hunger, desperation and anxiety,' U.N. says

Humanitarian aid in Gaza is critically insufficient amid ongoing violence and blockade.

NYC parents

fromtime.com

$25 Butter and $40 Eggs: The Search for Food in Gaza

Gaza faces an imminent famine due to economic collapse, severe price increases, and ongoing military actions.

Social justice

1 day ago

Gaza's aid system isn't broken. It's working exactly as designed

The chaos in Rafah exposed the failure of humanitarian aid to serve humanity over colonial interests.

Cheer up, people of Gaza! You'll get killed on a full stomach

The US humanitarian plan aims to address starvation in Gaza amid ongoing conflict, drawing skepticism about its effectiveness.

Gaza's hunger crisis persists despite promises of food distribution from organizations like the World Food Programme.

USAID cuts: Immediate and devastating

USAID cuts are critically hindering global health, education, and food aid, impacting millions.

fromIrish Independent

Gaza population now faces critical risk of famine, global hunger monitor warns

Gaza is at high risk of famine by September, with 500,000 facing starvation.

6 days ago

Gaza aid trucks looted amid 'hunger, desperation and anxiety,' U.N. says

Humanitarian aid in Gaza is critically insufficient amid ongoing violence and blockade.

NYC parents

fromtime.com

$25 Butter and $40 Eggs: The Search for Food in Gaza

Gaza faces an imminent famine due to economic collapse, severe price increases, and ongoing military actions.

Social justice

1 day ago

Gaza's aid system isn't broken. It's working exactly as designed

The chaos in Rafah exposed the failure of humanitarian aid to serve humanity over colonial interests.

Cheer up, people of Gaza! You'll get killed on a full stomach

The US humanitarian plan aims to address starvation in Gaza amid ongoing conflict, drawing skepticism about its effectiveness.

Gaza's hunger crisis persists despite promises of food distribution from organizations like the World Food Programme.

USAID cuts: Immediate and devastating

USAID cuts are critically hindering global health, education, and food aid, impacting millions.

more#humanitarian-aid

fromwww.independent.co.uk

2 days ago

Food security a slow-burning crisis' in Britain, former UK intelligence chief warns

The UK is at risk of a slow-burning food security crisis that requires proactive attention and preparation.

Brooklyn

fromBrooklyn Paper

Slice Out Hunger's annual Pizza on the Pier brings NYC's top pizzaioli together to fight food insecurity * Brooklyn Paper

Pizza on the Pier is a successful fundraiser by Slice Out Hunger, fighting food insecurity while celebrating pizza.

#senegal

The hidden cost of your supermarket sea bass

Global aquaculture demand is depleting Senegal's fish supply, impacting local economies and food security.

UK news

Foreign overfishing driving Senegalese migrants to Spain, report finds

The hidden cost of your supermarket sea bass

Global aquaculture demand is depleting Senegal's fish supply, impacting local economies and food security.

UK news

Foreign overfishing driving Senegalese migrants to Spain, report finds

Video. Farmers rally in Brussels over agricultural funding concerns

Farmers fear that merging EU budgets will threaten agricultural funding and food security.

#agriculture

Microplastics hinder plant photosynthesis, study finds, threatening millions with starvation

Microplastics damage plant photosynthesis, endangering global food supplies and increasing risks of hunger.

400 million more people could face starvation due to microplastics affecting staple crops.

Trump Cuts Could Squeeze Small Farmers and Food Banks

The elimination of federal programs threatens the financial stability of small farms reliant on government support.

Trump Cuts Could Squeeze Small Farmers and Food Banks

Federal funding cuts pose a significant threat to small farms reliant on program support.

Science

Scientists crack the code for why locusts swarm DW 02/27/2025

A major locust swarm in 2020 caused $8.5 billion in crop damage across East Africa, threatening food security for millions.

fromEarth911

Foods Already Affected by Climate Change-The 2025 Update

Climate change is directly impacting grocery prices and food availability today, highlighting environmental justice issues.

Agricultural yields are predicted to fall significantly due to climate change, affecting global food security.

UK politics

fromwww.bbc.com

Farmers face 'bullying behaviour' by supermarkets

Supermarkets exhibit bullying behavior towards farmers, prompting calls for stronger regulation to ensure fair treatment.

Microplastics hinder plant photosynthesis, study finds, threatening millions with starvation

Microplastics damage plant photosynthesis, endangering global food supplies and increasing risks of hunger.

400 million more people could face starvation due to microplastics affecting staple crops.

Trump Cuts Could Squeeze Small Farmers and Food Banks

The elimination of federal programs threatens the financial stability of small farms reliant on government support.

Trump Cuts Could Squeeze Small Farmers and Food Banks

Federal funding cuts pose a significant threat to small farms reliant on program support.

Science

Scientists crack the code for why locusts swarm DW 02/27/2025

A major locust swarm in 2020 caused $8.5 billion in crop damage across East Africa, threatening food security for millions.

fromEarth911

Foods Already Affected by Climate Change-The 2025 Update

Climate change is directly impacting grocery prices and food availability today, highlighting environmental justice issues.

Agricultural yields are predicted to fall significantly due to climate change, affecting global food security.

UK politics

fromwww.bbc.com

Farmers face 'bullying behaviour' by supermarkets

Supermarkets exhibit bullying behavior towards farmers, prompting calls for stronger regulation to ensure fair treatment.

more#agriculture

#gaza

Food security experts warn Gaza at critical risk of famine' amid Israeli blockade

Gaza faces a critical risk of famine due to a severe blockade limiting essential supplies.

My nephew asks if he will eat meat only in heaven. I struggle to answer

The famine in Gaza is exacerbated by skyrocketing food prices and scarcity, forcing families to drastically reduce their meals.

Thousands of Gaza's children face imminent death under Israeli siege: UN

Over 93% of children in Gaza are at risk of famine, according to the UN.

Gaza people surviving on canned food as fresh produce rotting' at border

UN aid chief warns of severe food shortages in Gaza due to blockade, calling for urgent international action.

Video. Gaza charity kitchens near collapse as aid blockade continues

Charity kitchens in Gaza face overwhelming demand as food supplies dwindle due to the prolonged blockade.

Berlin food

Will Israel's starvation policy work in Gaza?

Food security experts warn Gaza at critical risk of famine' amid Israeli blockade

Gaza faces a critical risk of famine due to a severe blockade limiting essential supplies.

My nephew asks if he will eat meat only in heaven. I struggle to answer

The famine in Gaza is exacerbated by skyrocketing food prices and scarcity, forcing families to drastically reduce their meals.

Thousands of Gaza's children face imminent death under Israeli siege: UN

Over 93% of children in Gaza are at risk of famine, according to the UN.

Gaza people surviving on canned food as fresh produce rotting' at border

UN aid chief warns of severe food shortages in Gaza due to blockade, calling for urgent international action.

Video. Gaza charity kitchens near collapse as aid blockade continues

Charity kitchens in Gaza face overwhelming demand as food supplies dwindle due to the prolonged blockade.

Berlin food

Will Israel's starvation policy work in Gaza?

more#gaza

#climate-change

LA food

LA's urban farmers pledge to rebuild and replant even more than ever before' after devastating wildfires

Wildfires in LA devastated urban farms, impacting community food access and sustainability.

Funding cuts devastate agricultural researchers and farmers working to fight climate change

Cutbacks in agricultural funding threaten advancements needed to combat climate change effects on farming.

fromMail Online

Earth could warm by 7C by 2200 - leading to flooding and famine

Future generations face extreme climate challenges, even with moderate carbon emissions reduction.

Glacier meltdown risks food and water supply of 2bn people, says UN

Retreating glaciers threaten food and water supply for 2 billion people, affecting agriculture and exacerbating food insecurity.

The UN says global hunger has hit a new high

Nearly 300 million people faced acute hunger in 2024, exacerbated by conflicts and climate change.

Climate crisis threatens Pakistan's bees and honey trade

Pakistan's honey varieties have decreased from 22 to 11 due to climate change and pollution, threatening the beekeeping industry.

LA food

LA's urban farmers pledge to rebuild and replant even more than ever before' after devastating wildfires

Wildfires in LA devastated urban farms, impacting community food access and sustainability.

Funding cuts devastate agricultural researchers and farmers working to fight climate change

Cutbacks in agricultural funding threaten advancements needed to combat climate change effects on farming.

fromMail Online

Earth could warm by 7C by 2200 - leading to flooding and famine

Future generations face extreme climate challenges, even with moderate carbon emissions reduction.

Glacier meltdown risks food and water supply of 2bn people, says UN

Retreating glaciers threaten food and water supply for 2 billion people, affecting agriculture and exacerbating food insecurity.

The UN says global hunger has hit a new high

Nearly 300 million people faced acute hunger in 2024, exacerbated by conflicts and climate change.

Climate crisis threatens Pakistan's bees and honey trade

Pakistan's honey varieties have decreased from 22 to 11 due to climate change and pollution, threatening the beekeeping industry.

SF DA Charges Five SF Food Markets With Ringing Up $4 Million in Fraudulent Food Stamps Charges

Fraudulent EBT cash exchange scheme in San Francisco leads to over $4 million in charges.

fromCity Limits

Opinion: Expanding SNAP to Restaurants Can Feed New Yorkers & Boost Small Businesses

Expanding SNAP to include restaurants can enhance community nourishment and economic support.

SNAP should evolve to meet modern food consumption patterns and assist small businesses.

SF politics

fromNew York Magazine

GOP's SNAP Cuts Are Worse Than Its Medicaid Cuts

Medicaid and SNAP cuts in the Republican bill threaten food security and healthcare for millions.

SF food

Did Hakeem Jeffries overstate share of veterans using food stamps?

fromsfist.com

SF DA Charges Five SF Food Markets With Ringing Up $4 Million in Fraudulent Food Stamps Charges

Fraudulent EBT cash exchange scheme in San Francisco leads to over $4 million in charges.

fromCity Limits

Opinion: Expanding SNAP to Restaurants Can Feed New Yorkers & Boost Small Businesses

Expanding SNAP to include restaurants can enhance community nourishment and economic support.

SNAP should evolve to meet modern food consumption patterns and assist small businesses.

SF politics

fromNew York Magazine

GOP's SNAP Cuts Are Worse Than Its Medicaid Cuts

Medicaid and SNAP cuts in the Republican bill threaten food security and healthcare for millions.

SF food

Did Hakeem Jeffries overstate share of veterans using food stamps?

RFK Jr. says ultra-processed food is a 'genocide' on Native Americans

Ultra-processed foods significantly harm Native American health, leading to shorter lifespans and chronic disease.

'Our People Are Hungry': What Federal Food Aid Cuts Mean in a Warming World

Community food programs provide essential support to families facing financial hardships.

Non-profit organizations

fromABC7 San Francisco

East Bay nonprofit faces massive setback after government cuts, and now stolen $85K van

White Pony Express faces critical funding and operational challenges due to theft and budget cuts.

After Trump Aid Cuts, Food Banks Scrounge and Scrimp

Charitable organizations are under increased pressure to provide meals for those in need due to food shortages.

East Bay food

fromKqed

Oakland's Free Summer Meals for Kids Will Resume at Full Force When School Lets Out | KQED

Oakland's summer meal program for children is being fully funded again thanks to private contributions, ensuring no child goes hungry this summer.

fromThe Oaklandside

East Bay (California)

Free summer meals program will serve food at 47 sites

fromPortlandTribune.com

SF food

Readers Respond: Oregon lawmakers should step up for food bank cuts

fromEater

'Our People Are Hungry': What Federal Food Aid Cuts Mean in a Warming World

Community food programs provide essential support to families facing financial hardships.

Non-profit organizations

fromABC7 San Francisco

East Bay nonprofit faces massive setback after government cuts, and now stolen $85K van

White Pony Express faces critical funding and operational challenges due to theft and budget cuts.

After Trump Aid Cuts, Food Banks Scrounge and Scrimp

Charitable organizations are under increased pressure to provide meals for those in need due to food shortages.

East Bay food

fromKqed

Oakland's Free Summer Meals for Kids Will Resume at Full Force When School Lets Out | KQED

Oakland's summer meal program for children is being fully funded again thanks to private contributions, ensuring no child goes hungry this summer.

fromThe Oaklandside

East Bay (California)

Free summer meals program will serve food at 47 sites

fromPortlandTribune.com

SF food

Readers Respond: Oregon lawmakers should step up for food bank cuts

more#community-support

Donate to City Harvest's Annual Food Drive to Combat Rising Child Hunger in NYC

City Harvest launched its 29th annual Feed Our Kids Food Drive to combat rising child hunger rates in New York City.

Over one million visits to food programs underscore the urgent need for food security among families in NYC.

fromQNS

NYC parents

Meng calls on Department of Homeland Security to restore funding for local food pantries - QNS

Brooklyn

fromBKReader

Donate to City Harvest's Annual Food Drive to Combat Rising Child Hunger in NYC

City Harvest launched its 29th annual Feed Our Kids Food Drive to combat rising child hunger rates in New York City.

Over one million visits to food programs underscore the urgent need for food security among families in NYC.

fromQNS

NYC parents

Meng calls on Department of Homeland Security to restore funding for local food pantries - QNS

3 Ways Urban Vegetable Gardens Make City Living Healthier

Urban gardens are a solution for increasing food security and reducing carbon footprints in rapidly urbanizing areas.

Growth hacking

fromBusiness Matters

Marc Walraven on Solving Food Deserts One Vertical Farm at a Time

Marc Walraven aims to empower urban communities to grow food easily through innovative and simple farming systems.

fromTasting Table

Beer

Which Grains Are Considered 'Ancient'? - Tasting Table

SF food

City, county moving ahead with long-range local food plan - Austin Monitor

fromEarth911

3 Ways Urban Vegetable Gardens Make City Living Healthier

Urban gardens are a solution for increasing food security and reducing carbon footprints in rapidly urbanizing areas.

Growth hacking

fromBusiness Matters

Marc Walraven on Solving Food Deserts One Vertical Farm at a Time

Marc Walraven aims to empower urban communities to grow food easily through innovative and simple farming systems.

fromTasting Table

Beer

Which Grains Are Considered 'Ancient'? - Tasting Table

SF food

City, county moving ahead with long-range local food plan - Austin Monitor

more#sustainability

Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander due to be released by Hamas Israel-Gaza war live

Edan Alexander, kidnapped on October 7, 2023, is anticipated to be released today.

#usda-funding-cuts

SF food

Trump abruptly stopped paying farmers to feed in-need Californians-so they fought back

SF food

716,000 meals canceled for Austin-area food bank as federal funding is cut - Austin Monitor

SF food

Trump abruptly stopped paying farmers to feed in-need Californians-so they fought back

SF food

716,000 meals canceled for Austin-area food bank as federal funding is cut - Austin Monitor

more#usda-funding-cuts

3 weeks ago

Trump's aid cuts blamed as food rations stopped for a million refugees in Uganda

"Due to severe funding shortages, @WFP_Uganda has cut 1 million refugees entirely off from food assistance, the agency announced via social media."

UK news

#inheritance-tax

UK politics

Farmers strike and warn of 'empty shelves' and 'rationing' of bread which could spark 'panic buying' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

UK politics

Cleverly says Reeves farm tax is 'one of the most stupid and counterproductive proposals I have ever seen' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

UK politics

Farmers strike and warn of 'empty shelves' and 'rationing' of bread which could spark 'panic buying' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

UK politics

Cleverly says Reeves farm tax is 'one of the most stupid and counterproductive proposals I have ever seen' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

A Conversation with Jose Andres

Jose Andres prefers to be called a 'cook' because he values the essence of making food for people rather than managing a kitchen.

fromBrooklyn Eagle

PREMIUMGrowNYC's 20 free food distributions with community partners face potential closure in August

The free food distribution at CPC is vital for food-insecure community members, providing them access to fresh produce that meets their dietary needs.

NYC food

fromLos Angeles Times

Arugula Salad with Egusi Granola, Sorghum and Sherry Vinaigrette

Sorghum is a crucial ingredient that enhances food security in Ghana while adding unique flavors to dishes.

#self-sufficiency

Everyday cooking

Backyard chickens: Floridians start raising hens to combat rising egg prices

Home poultry farming is rising due to increasing egg prices and bird flu fears, but local laws in Florida complicate the effort.

fromThe New Yorker

Mental health

Recession Indicators Are Everywhere

Everyday cooking

Backyard chickens: Floridians start raising hens to combat rising egg prices

Home poultry farming is rising due to increasing egg prices and bird flu fears, but local laws in Florida complicate the effort.

fromThe New Yorker

Mental health

Recession Indicators Are Everywhere

more#self-sufficiency

Brooklyn

fromBKReader

Brooklyn Pushes For EBT Reform as SNAP Theft Continues

Red Hook residents demand legislative action to prevent SNAP fraud and losses from EBT theft, stressing the urgent need for safety net protections.

Russo-Ukrainian War

Why the Black Sea is so important to Russia and Ukraine DW 03/28/2025

Negotiations between the U.S., Russia, and Ukraine aim to achieve a ceasefire in the Black Sea to protect food export routes.

from48 hills

Good Taste: The marvelous matching power of food banks - 48 hills

Feeding the Bay Area through effective donation matching agreements amplifies the impact of contributions, especially for those who rely on food banks during tough times.

East Bay food

Opinion | Why Did Elon Musk Go After Bunkers Full of Seeds?

The preservation of diverse plant genetic resources is vital for food security in the U.S.

#environmental-impact

fromwww.scientificamerican.com

Microplastics Are Messing with Photosynthesis in Plants

Microplastics significantly hinder photosynthesis in plants, threatening global food security.

fromresund Startups

Startup companies

Re:meat Secures 1 Million to Build Sweden's First "Meat Brewery" in Lund

fromwww.scientificamerican.com

Microplastics Are Messing with Photosynthesis in Plants

Microplastics significantly hinder photosynthesis in plants, threatening global food security.

fromresund Startups

more#environmental-impact

Startup companies

Re:meat Secures 1 Million to Build Sweden's First "Meat Brewery" in Lund

fromFuturism

Scientists Just Discovered Something Absolutely Horrifying About Microplastics

Microplastics threaten global food supplies by reducing plants' photosynthetic efficiency, leading to crop losses.

Aid workers warn people are dying and they're going to continue dying' as funding cuts hit

Cuts to food assistance by major nations are leading to increased starvation worldwide, particularly affecting vulnerable populations.

#trump-administration

fromScary Mommy

USDA Cancels $1 Billion In Funding To Schools & Food Banks

The Trump Administration's budget cuts significantly impact food assistance programs intended to support school lunches and community food banks.

USDA's $1B in cuts leaves farmers and schools bracing for impact

The Trump administration's budget cuts will negatively affect food security programs, impacting schools, food banks, farmers, and communities.

fromScary Mommy

USDA Cancels $1 Billion In Funding To Schools & Food Banks

The Trump Administration's budget cuts significantly impact food assistance programs intended to support school lunches and community food banks.

more#trump-administration

USDA's $1B in cuts leaves farmers and schools bracing for impact

The Trump administration's budget cuts will negatively affect food security programs, impacting schools, food banks, farmers, and communities.

Vaccinating chickens could bring down egg prices. So why isn't the U.S. doing it?

Vaccines are critical for controlling bird flu and protecting chicken populations, but resistance from producers is delaying implementation.

US news

As Egg Prices Soar, U.S. Looks to Import From Other Countries

Coronavirus

Vaccinating chickens could bring down egg prices. So why isn't the U.S. doing it?

Vaccines are critical for controlling bird flu and protecting chicken populations, but resistance from producers is delaying implementation.

As Egg Prices Soar, U.S. Looks to Import From Other Countries

The U.S. government is exploring egg imports due to soaring prices and is investing $1 billion to combat bird flu.

Thousands of cans of baby formula to be distributed to Bronx families after price gouging settlement - Bronx Times

A legal settlement mandates the donation of baby formula to Bronx families after companies engaged in price gouging during the 2022 shortage.

Zimbabwe battles aid shortages as drought bites DW 03/05/2025

Drought-prone communities in Zimbabwe face dire prospects as aid cuts from the US threaten their survival and food aid reliance.

London food

Farmers stand defiant against the Met Police and brilliantly arrive to protest in combine harvesters - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Farmers are protesting against the Met Police's attempt to ban tractor use in central London, highlighting their determination to defend their rights.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

How cuts at U.S. aid agency hinder university research

The Soybean Innovation Lab is crucial for addressing global hunger through soybean innovations, but it faces closure due to federal funding cuts.