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fromABC30 Fresno
11 hours ago

'No Amnesty': US Ag secretary suggests migrant workers can be replaced by adults on Medicaid

Rollins stated, 'There are 34 million able-bodied adults in our Medicaid program. There are plenty of workers in America, but we just have to make sure we are not compromising today.'
Agriculture
fromsilive
12 hours ago

Fresh produce program in Staten Island food desert at risk due to federal funding cuts

"The North Shore of Staten Island is a food desert. There are not a lot of places that have fresh, local vegetables and produce and people were looking for something healthier," said Ilene Pappert, director of the Goodhue Community Center in New Brighton where the distributions take place. "It has become such a community. People are sharing recipes, people are excited about trying new things. And they feel like they were getting their money's worth."
Food & drink
#humanitarian-aid
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Food for Gaza decays in Jordan warehouses as Israel restricts aid

Aid to Gaza is critical as food supplies near expiration due to delivery restrictions by Israel.
NYC parents
fromtime.com
1 month ago

$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.
NYC food
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

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.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Food for Gaza decays in Jordan warehouses as Israel restricts aid

Aid to Gaza is critical as food supplies near expiration due to delivery restrictions by Israel.
NYC parents
fromtime.com
1 month ago

$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.
NYC food
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

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.
fromDocumented
5 days ago

Summer EBT 2025: How to Get $120 Per Child for Groceries This Summer in NYC - Documented

Summer EBT, also known as SUN Bucks, provides a one-time payment of $120 per eligible school-aged child to assist families in purchasing groceries during summer months when school meals are unavailable.
Public health
fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago

An Alabama food bank braces for big increase in demand if SNAP cuts take effect

"It's just growing by leaps and bounds. And if this new bill gets passed, which I feel like it probably will, we will probably start doubling even more so."
Arts
fromKqed
1 week ago

Central Valley Grocery Store Lends Helping Hand To Immigrant Community | KQED

Mohmaed Saeed, owner of the Dinuba Food Center in Dinuba, CA, provides free food delivery to families worried about immigration enforcement. This effort supports local residents during uncertain times.
California
#snap
NYC food
fromCity Limits
2 months ago

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.
NYC food
fromCity Limits
2 months ago

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.
#new-york-city
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
1 month ago

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
3 months ago
NYC parents

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

Brooklyn
fromBKReader
1 month ago

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
3 months ago
NYC parents

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

#climate-change
Agriculture
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Climate change threatens banana exports, key to the Latin American economy

Banana crops, vital to global economy, are threatened by climate change, risking 60% of production areas in the next 50 years.
OMG science
fromFast Company
3 months ago

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.
SF food
fromEarth911
1 month ago

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.
Environment
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Rice is a staple crop around the world-but it's becoming increasingly toxic

Rice, the most consumed grain, may become more toxic due to climate change, endangering billions worldwide.
Agriculture
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Climate change threatens banana exports, key to the Latin American economy

Banana crops, vital to global economy, are threatened by climate change, risking 60% of production areas in the next 50 years.
OMG science
fromFast Company
3 months ago

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.
SF food
fromEarth911
1 month ago

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.
Environment
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Rice is a staple crop around the world-but it's becoming increasingly toxic

Rice, the most consumed grain, may become more toxic due to climate change, endangering billions worldwide.
#community-gardening
Environment
fromEarth911
3 months ago

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.
Environment
fromEarth911
3 months ago

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.
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Billionaire supermarket owner and bodega advocates paint Mamdani as communist' threat | amNewYork

This is not a communist country. This is a capitalist country where immigrants came to work and progress, and we are here because we are in disbelief that the government is going to come in and set up bodegas where we're located. That cannot happen.
US politics
#community-service
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Acts of kindness: Upper East Side third-graders use chore money to support City Harvest food drive battling hunger | amNewYork

Third graders at The Town School are supporting City Harvest's food drive with their chore money to help families facing food insecurity.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 weeks ago
Non-profit organizations

PREMIUM North Brooklyn Angels celebrates eight years at 5th annual Neighbors Helping Neighbors Luncheon

NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Acts of kindness: Upper East Side third-graders use chore money to support City Harvest food drive battling hunger | amNewYork

Third graders at The Town School are supporting City Harvest's food drive with their chore money to help families facing food insecurity.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 weeks ago
Non-profit organizations

PREMIUM North Brooklyn Angels celebrates eight years at 5th annual Neighbors Helping Neighbors Luncheon

#humanitarian-crisis
SF food
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

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.
SF food
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

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.
Berlin food
fromeuronews
2 months ago

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.
SF food
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

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.
SF food
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

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.
Berlin food
fromeuronews
2 months ago

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.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Greenwich University leader honoured with OBE in King's Birthday Honours List

Professor Jane Harrington commended Andrew Westby's leadership, stating, "Andrew's vital research has changed the lives of many, and his leadership of the Natural Resources Institute has been a source of great pride for the university."
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Against the grain: as prices and temperatures rise, can Japan learn to love imported rice?

The Reiwa rice crisis is about more than pressure on household finances. It has led to radical changes in how the staple is distributed and sparked concern.
SF food
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Saturday Links: CA SEIU President Hospitalized, Arrested at LA ICE Protest

Protests against ICE raids reveal tensions around immigration enforcement and community response.
Food insecurity intensifies in the Bay Area with pantry closures and federal aid cuts.
Dropbox CEO challenges return-to-office mandates, supporting remote work.
Legal action initiated against a sex shop over harmful products.
Podcast
fromNature
1 month ago

How researchers are shining a light on the 'invisible' contributions of small-scale fishers

Small-scale fishers contribute significantly to food security and sustainable fishing practices, despite often being overlooked.
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Why is the EU still buying Russian fertilizer? DW 06/04/2025

The EU's fertilizer imports from Russia increased significantly despite reducing oil and gas imports.
#community-support
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

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.
SF food
fromwww.esquire.com
1 month ago

U.S. Department of Agriculture Makes Further Cuts to Food Aid Programs

The cancellation of the Patrick Leahy Farm to School grant threatens essential programs supporting nutritious food access for underserved communities.
East Bay food
fromKqed
1 month ago

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.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

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.
SF food
fromwww.esquire.com
1 month ago

U.S. Department of Agriculture Makes Further Cuts to Food Aid Programs

The cancellation of the Patrick Leahy Farm to School grant threatens essential programs supporting nutritious food access for underserved communities.
East Bay food
fromKqed
1 month ago

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.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month 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
1 month ago

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
Europe politics
fromeuronews
1 month ago

Video. Farmers rally in Brussels over agricultural funding concerns

Farmers fear that merging EU budgets will threaten agricultural funding and food security.
#agriculture
SF food
fromTruthout
1 month ago

When Trump Ended a Program Feeding Californians in Need, Farmers Fought Back

California farmers faced unprecedented funding cuts during Trump's second term, impacting their operations and food availability for the needy.
Agriculture
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

The 'Oscar' of food prizes goes to a Brazilian who harnessed the power of bacteria

Maria Hungria's innovative work in microbiology has transformed Brazil's agriculture, leading to her receiving the World Food Prize for her contributions.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Agriculture

2 MPPs want to create foodbelt to protect farmland, tariff-proof Ontario's agricultural industry | CBC News

SF food
fromTruthout
1 month ago

When Trump Ended a Program Feeding Californians in Need, Farmers Fought Back

California farmers faced unprecedented funding cuts during Trump's second term, impacting their operations and food availability for the needy.
Agriculture
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

The 'Oscar' of food prizes goes to a Brazilian who harnessed the power of bacteria

Maria Hungria's innovative work in microbiology has transformed Brazil's agriculture, leading to her receiving the World Food Prize for her contributions.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Agriculture

2 MPPs want to create foodbelt to protect farmland, tariff-proof Ontario's agricultural industry | CBC News

SF food
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

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.
#sustainability
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

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
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months 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
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

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
SF food
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

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.
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

Recession Indicators Are Everywhere

Marion's video, which has more than eighty thousand views, came in the midst of President Trump's whipsawing global tariff announcements, which headlines predicted could kick off said recession.
Mental health
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