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Australia-Thailand Program Links Food Innovators for Good
Solutions6d ago

Australia-Thailand Program Links Food Innovators for Good

A new 12-week exchange program is connecting Australian and Thai food startups to tackle hunger, sustainability, and nutrition together. Applications are open until July 2026 for businesses ready to make food systems better.

Regional: thailand innovation (TH)2 min read
Dietitian: Stop Calling Foods Good or Bad
Health & WellnessJan 25

Dietitian: Stop Calling Foods Good or Bad

A registered dietitian reveals why labeling foods as "good" or "bad" actually harms your health. The "all foods fit" approach could be the key to building a healthier relationship with eating.

Google News - Health3 min read
Omaha Food Rescue Saves 10 Million Pounds in 12 Years
SolutionsFeb 25

Omaha Food Rescue Saves 10 Million Pounds in 12 Years

A food rescue organization in Omaha has redirected 10 million pounds of perfectly good food from landfills to hungry families over the past 12 years. Saving Grace Perishable Food Rescue proves that hunger isn't about food shortage but better distribution.

Google: rescue saves2 min read
Mom's Lunchbox Note Challenges 'Good' vs 'Bad' Food Labels
VideosJun 23

Mom's Lunchbox Note Challenges 'Good' vs 'Bad' Food Labels

When a preschool teacher labeled cookies "bad food," one mom wrote a note defending her daughter's right to eat lunch in any order. Her simple response is sparking conversation about how food language shapes kids' relationships with eating.

Upworthy2 min read
Green Bay Food Rescuers Save 1,200 Lbs from Lambeau
Acts of KindnessJun 2

Green Bay Food Rescuers Save 1,200 Lbs from Lambeau

A Wisconsin nonprofit just recovered 1,200 pounds of perfectly good food from a single concert at Lambeau Field and turned it into free meals for neighbors facing hunger. Now they're expanding into a bigger kitchen and launching an app to make food rescue easier than ever.

Google News - Recovery Story2 min read
Samyang Opens Dutch Plant-Based Food Lab Near Wageningen
InnovationMar 13

Samyang Opens Dutch Plant-Based Food Lab Near Wageningen

Korean food giant Samyang Foods just opened a European research hub in the Netherlands to develop the next generation of plant-based foods. The company chose Wageningen, home to one of the world's top food science universities, to tap into Europe's innovation ecosystem.

Google News - Netherlands Technology2 min read
Shenzhen's Smart Food Banks Serve 500K Meals in 3 Years
SolutionsApr 9

Shenzhen's Smart Food Banks Serve 500K Meals in 3 Years

Shenzhen turned food banks digital with vending machine-style cabinets that let vulnerable residents pick up free groceries anonymously using just their phones. The city's high-tech solution has distributed nearly 500,000 donated items across 22 locations, transforming food waste into dignified support for those in need.

Sixth Tone2 min read
Ross County Rescues Food to Feed Families in Need
SolutionsMar 12

Ross County Rescues Food to Feed Families in Need

A new partnership in Ohio is rescuing perfectly good food from going to waste and delivering it straight to families who need it most. The program has already made its first delivery and plans to expand across Ross County.

Google News - Good Samaritan2 min read
50 Volunteers Save 15 Tonnes of F1 Food From Landfill
Acts of KindnessJul 7

50 Volunteers Save 15 Tonnes of F1 Food From Landfill

When 564,000 racing fans left the British Grand Prix at Silverstone, they left behind mountains of perfectly good food headed for the trash. A team of 50 volunteers turned that waste into hope for their community.

Google News - Volunteer Saves2 min read
Florida Food Bank Needs 800 Volunteers This Summer
Acts of Kindness4d ago

Florida Food Bank Needs 800 Volunteers This Summer

All Faiths Food Bank is recruiting 800 volunteers to staff 60 mobile food pantries across Florida this summer, when families face their highest need. Last year, 3,200 "Hunger Heroes" contributed 59,000 hours to fight local hunger.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Kentucky Food Bank Saves 150K Pounds From Waste
Acts of KindnessJul 8

Kentucky Food Bank Saves 150K Pounds From Waste

A Kentucky food bank rescued nearly 150,000 pounds of fresh food from retailers in just six months while launching a new volunteer program to help thousands of seniors. The expansion turns would-be waste into hope for families struggling with food insecurity.

Google: volunteers help3 min read
Church Donates 20K Pounds of Food to Utah Pantry
SolutionsMar 6

Church Donates 20K Pounds of Food to Utah Pantry

A semitruck loaded with 20,000 pounds of food arrived at a St. George food pantry, launching a nationwide celebration of America's 250th birthday. The donation will provide 15,000 meals to 9,000 people facing food insecurity.

Google: charity donation2 min read
Whole Foods Let You Eat 50% More But Cut 330 Calories Daily
Health & WellnessJan 20

Whole Foods Let You Eat 50% More But Cut 330 Calories Daily

Scientists discovered people eating unprocessed foods consumed 57% more food by weight yet took in 330 fewer calories than those eating ultra-processed foods. The findings reveal humans have built-in "nutritional intelligence" that guides us toward balanced diets when we eat whole foods.

Medical Xpress3 min read
San Diego Food Hub Brings Fresh Produce to Underserved Areas
Acts of KindnessApr 9

San Diego Food Hub Brings Fresh Produce to Underserved Areas

A solar-powered mobile farmers market is helping tackle food insecurity in Southeast San Diego, and now a $10 million food hub will make fresh food access permanent. Project New Village is proving that communities can build lasting wealth through food justice.

Reasons to be Cheerful3 min read
Iowa Food Pantry Unveils Mobile Van to Fight Hunger
Acts of KindnessMar 25

Iowa Food Pantry Unveils Mobile Van to Fight Hunger

The Good Samaritan Food Pantry in Adel is cutting the ribbon on a new mobile van that will bring fresh food directly to families who need it most. The Friday celebration marks the first step in expanding access to nutritious meals across the community.

Google News - Good Samaritan2 min read
Not All Processed Foods Are Bad, New Science Shows
Health & WellnessJun 5

Not All Processed Foods Are Bad, New Science Shows

A groundbreaking review of ultra-processed food studies reveals that wholegrain breads, probiotic yogurts, and plant-based milks might be healthier than we've been told. The problem isn't how food is made, but what's actually in it.

Google News - Health2 min read
Japan & South Korea Invest $60B in Food Tech Revolution
Innovation6d ago

Japan & South Korea Invest $60B in Food Tech Revolution

Japan and South Korea are pouring billions into food technology, creating the world's first dedicated government strategies to transform how food is grown, produced, and distributed. These bold moves could reshape global food systems while tackling hunger and sustainability challenges.

Regional: south korea technology (KR)3 min read
South Africa's New Food Donation Standard Tackles Waste
Planet WinsJun 12

South Africa's New Food Donation Standard Tackles Waste

South Africa just published its first national framework for food donation, clearing up confusion that sent millions of tonnes of safe food to landfills instead of hungry families. The new standard could help feed a nation where nearly two-thirds of households struggle with food insecurity.

Daily Maverick3 min read
Finland Turns Food Waste Into Breakthrough Products
InnovationApr 28

Finland Turns Food Waste Into Breakthrough Products

The University of Helsinki is leading a national project that transforms food industry byproducts into innovative new products. Researchers are finding sustainable ways to use brewery waste, dairy processing leftovers, and other food materials that typically go unused. #

Regional: finland innovation (FI)2 min read
Thailand's Food Industry Booms with Healthy Innovation
Health & WellnessFeb 17

Thailand's Food Industry Booms with Healthy Innovation

Thailand's food sector is experiencing major growth as consumers demand healthier, longer-living options. Entrepreneurs are transforming traditional factories into smart, sustainable operations that prioritize wellness without sacrificing taste.

Regional: thailand innovation (TH)2 min read

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