Global Food and Ag

"For large-scale food waste prevention and diversion programs to work, governments must take an active approach." Last week's #ChicagoGlobal blog explores composting strategies that Chicago can learn from other global cities. brnw.ch/21wEPYA

A seasonal wave of bird flu is spreading across Europe, with a turkey farm in France becoming the latest victim. To counter the disease, France launched a vaccination campaign against bird flu in early October. How successful has it been? brnw.ch/21wEPQK

Trying to make livestock vaccination more accessible to women livestock keepers together with USAID and Isiolo County Government Department of Veterinary Services. ilri.org/news/promises-… @USAID @ILRI

This Thanksgiving, we want to express our gratitude for our community, while also recognizing the holiday's legacy. In this GFFT blog by Jayden Lim, you can learn more about the #Indigenous fight against colonization and its connection to Thanksgiving. brnw.ch/21wEI1k

The age-old practice of eating dog meat might be coming to an end. South Korea's government and ruling People Power Party agreed to introduce an act before the end of the year to end dog meat consumption by 2027. What does the public think? ⤵️ brnw.ch/21wEzW2

Trees are a key tool in confronting the climate crisis. Restoring global forests could sequester 22 times as much carbon as the world emits in a year, reports @japantimes. Learn more: brnw.ch/21wEz1b

Record-breaking heat and low rainfall in Japan this summer have stunted the growth of crops, lowering shipments and increasing prices. What long-term effects will there be for farmers and consumers? brnw.ch/21wEy9h

“Poor diet quality is not just a matter of personal choice. It’s really a systemic problem affecting nearly all Americans in the country from the lowest income Americans to upper income Americans,” said Distinguished Fellow @DanRGlickman. ⤵️ brnw.ch/21wEtJF

Regenerative agriculture is gaining prominence as an alternative to sustainable practices, but can consensus be reached on its definition and adoption to address agricultural and environmental challenges effectively? brnw.ch/21wEqWc

The livestream of the #PritzkerForum on Global Cities is about to begin! Join us for the first panel as we examine whether there is truth to the common narrative that #AI will lead to job losses for workers across sectors and skill levels. Tune in here: bit.ly/3HF9MUB

#Australia failed to reach an agreement with the EU over a free trade deal after five years of negotiations. How did prosecco, feta cheese, and beef products prevent a deal? brnw.ch/21wElFr

How did a country only slightly bigger than Maryland become the world’s second largest exporter of agricultural products by value? Read more about the Netherlands’ creative approach: brnw.ch/21wEjj1

An international coalition of over 80 organizations and leaders issued a plea calling for a food systems approach to be included in the UNFCCC and at #COP28. How can food systems be included in the upcoming global climate negotiations? brnw.ch/21wEgLS

G-7 countries pledged to collaborate to protect the stability of supply chains for energy and food. Learn more about the group’s trade policy approach to combatting the uncertainties facing the global food system: brnw.ch/21wEeos

Exciting news! Our CEO and Founder Ambassador @Ertharin1 will speak at the @APECCEOSummitUS on November 15th in San Francisco, California. She'll discuss "Intentional Equity in Sustainability". Join us to make a difference! apecceosummit2023.com #APECCEOSummitUSA #USAPEC2023

Extreme heat is worsening widespread malnutrition in #Yemen. Learn more about the unfolding convergence of climate change and hunger: brnw.ch/21wEc6b

A new study found that, as climate change worsens, birds nesting on agricultural lands are less able to withstand extreme heat. Farmers and biodiversity will both suffer. So what can farmers do to better coexist with birds? brnw.ch/21wE43Y

Proposed EU rules regarding soil and carbon removals on farms are causing controversy, with environmental groups saying they’re too weak and farmers saying they’re too strong. What will happen next? brnw.ch/21wE1BC

New investigative reporting alleges that #China is forcefully transporting Uyghur laborers from the Xinjiang region to seafood-processing facilities elsewhere in the country, which process seafood for the US and Europe. How is Congress responding? ⤵️ brnw.ch/21wDZgZ

Former officials from @UN's @FAO revealed that the organization suppressed reports documenting the livestock industry’s contribution to global greenhouse gas emissions. Read more: brnw.ch/21wDXQL