Food Security News Monitoring

As food insecurity rises, R.I. food bank is worried about funding cuts

PROVIDENCE — The R.I. Community Food Bank is asking lawmakers to restore a proposed cut to the nonprofit’s funding this year, fearing the rising number of hungry families will grow even more amid uncertainty about federal funding in Washington. Governor …

FAO says nearly 50 million people in West Africa face food insecurity

…as Zulum calls for large-scale investment in smart agric The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) has said that almost 50 millions people are currently suffering from food insecurity in the West Africa region. Kofi Dominic, FAO Country …

Duncan farmers and market call on province to continue funding food security program

The Farmers’ Market Nutrition Coupon Program has a year-long waiting list in Duncan. Photo courtesy of the Duncan Famers’ Market. The Duncan Farmers’ Market and other markets around B.C. are fighting to keep a program alive that helps feed lower income …

Cardinal Call: Food Insecurity at UW-Madison

Your browser does not support the audio element. Cardinal Call: Food Insecurity at UW-Madison.mp3 This week host Oliver Gerharz speaks to Daily Cardinal College/Campus News Editor Mary Bosch about her story “Has food security improved at UW-Madison …

Appraising A Pillar Of Food Security Under The Renewed Hope Agenda

Food security is the backbone of any thriving nation. A country that cannot feed its people, cannot progress. Nigeria’s agricultural sector has struggled for decades due to low production, lack of access to funds, and antiquated farming methods. These …

Decline in padi farmers threatens food security

PETALING JAYA: Experts have called for urgent measures to address a sharp decline in padi farmers, from 322,830 in 2021 to about 200,000 today, to safeguard food security in the country. Universiti Malaya Institute of Biological Sciences agriculture expert …

Virginia lawmakers look to fund solutions to campus food insecurity

Food insecurity on college campuses is a growing national problem. Surveys and studies have found that 30–50% of students on campuses across the country either have to skip meals because they can’t afford them, or can’t afford a well-balanced diet. …

FG reaffirms commitment to water, food security

The Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Prof. Joseph Terlumun Utsev, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to ensuring water and food security in Nigeria, focusing on climate resilience and sustainable water management. Speaking at the …

‘Youth important to achieving food security goals’ – CARICOM ASG (ag) at High School Agriculture Video Competition ...

Youth in agriculture took centre stage on Tuesday 28 January as the winners of the CARICOM High School Agriculture Video Competition 2024 were recognised for their interest and submissions. Georgetown High School of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Mopan …

Oglala Sioux Tribe, Sacred Storm looking to curb food insecurity with food giveaway

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Helping to ease the worries of those who wonder where their next meal will come from can go a long way. Thursday, a food giveaway was held at Woyatan Lutheran Church on the north side of Rapid City. “Here on the north side of …

Healthy food costs more than twice as much as unhealthy options, worsening food insecurity

A recent analysis by the Food Foundation reveals that 1,000 calories of healthy food, including fruits and vegetables, costs £8.80, while the same caloric intake from less healthy options, such as ready meals and processed meats, costs £4.30. This pricing …

'Food insecurity is real.' Elcho Food Pantry in need of volunteers

The Elcho Area Community Food Pantry. 
MADELINE WESTBERG/FOR THE DAILY JOURNAL The Elcho Area Community Food Pantry, a much needed nonprofit resource helping feed residents and families for more than 40 years, is seeking more volunteers to help this …

Super Bowl Sunday event in Penticton will support local kids with food insecurity (Penticton)

Photo: Barley Mill Brew Pub The Rotary Club of Penticton is planning a Super Bowl Sunday fundraiser in support of a worthy local cause. On Sunday, Feb. 9 join the fun at the Barley Mill Brew Pub as the Kansas City Chiefs take on the Philadelphia Eagles. …

ECOWAS Breakup: Implications for West African food security and regional cooperation

Borno Governor Calls for Collaborative Efforts to Address Food Insecurity in Lake Chad Region 

The Governor of Borno State, Babagana Zulum, has called for a regional push toward large-scale irrigated agriculture to address the escalating food security crisis in the Lake Chad Basin.  Speaking on the topic ‘Ensuring food security through building …

Residents in the Northland are struggling with food insecurity

About one in five residents in the Northland don’t have enough money to afford food for their family. That’s roughly 70,000 people experience food insecurity on a day to day basis. Shaye Moris the President/CEO of Second Harvest Northland says after …

The effort to end food insecurity on Virginia campuses and more state headlines

• “The effort to end food insecurity on Virginia campuses.” — WVTF • “Virginia gets failing grades on tobacco control.” — WVIR • “Evacuations recommended as crews fight brush fires in Franklin County.” — WDBJ • “Trump’s DOJ voluntarily dismisses case …

Embracing modern technology in irrigation, only way out of food insecurity

Unless Kenyan farmers and other players embrace modern technology in irrigation, the quest to be food secure by the year 2030 will be remain just but a pipe dream. This emerged during the 2023-2024 performance evaluation of the state irrigation authority …

A Shared Lifeline: Ensuring Water and Food Security for California

California’s water challenges are as complex and dynamic as the state itself. From its agricultural heartlands to its sprawling urban centers, the tug-of-war over this precious resource shapes much of our policy debates and future prospects. Recent …

Alimony Disputes: LegalMatch Assists With Experienced Family Law Attorneys

RENO, NV, UNITED STATES, January 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Facing an alimony dispute can be a stressful experience. Whether an individual is seeking spousal support or facing a request for alimony payments, it’s vital to understand the …

TGTE Urges UN to get the list from Sri Lanka of LTTE members who were made to surrender to the Sri Lankan Army

In his letter, Rudrakumaran noted that we still do not know what happened to Rev. Father Joseph, the LTTE members, and their families including babies COLOMBO, SRI LANKA, January 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- TGTE Prime Minister …

First Comprehensive Searchable Database of Holocaust Educational Resources Launches

MSHEF delivers another critical resource to support its national network of educators - promoting kindness and respect through Holocaust education LIVINGSTON, NJ, UNITED STATES, January 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Mark Schonwetter …

Another Surplus Trustee Sale Reversal Of a Third-Party Highest Bidder Auction Sale by Consumer Defense Law Group

ARLETA, CA, UNITED STATES, January 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a remarkable victory, Jessenia Monterrosa of Arleta, California, successfully reversed the concluded foreclosure Trustee Sale of her property, which had been sold on December 31 …

SAF Win in Challenge of Ban on Handgun Sales for Young Adults

SAF scored an important victory in its challenge of a federal prohibition on handgun sales to young adults with a unanimous ruling. BELLEVUE, WA, UNITED STATES, January 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Second Amendment Foundation (SAF) has …

The Salvation Army Celebrates Opening of New Medical Respite Center

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for New Medical Respite Center WEST PALM BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, January 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CONTACT: Michelle Rodriguez, Director of Development Office: (561) 686-3530 / Cell: (561) 312-7125 The …

Another Consumer Defense Law Group 3rd Party Highest Bidder Trustee Sale Reversal Victory in Coulterville, CA

COULTERVILLE, CA, UNITED STATES, January 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a powerful victory for homeowners facing the threat of wrongful Eviction, Attorney Tony Cara’s Consumer Defense Law Group successfully reversed the trustee sale of a …

LA Strong: An Evening with Ryan Pyle – A Benefit Show to Support Fire Victims & Honor First Responders

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, January 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As wildfires continue to devastate Los Angeles and surrounding areas, communities across the region are coming together in support of those affected. In response, world- …

Building on a Legacy: MBBA’s 41st Anniversary Awards Gala

Celebrating 41 Years of Advocacy, Excellence, and Impact NEW YORK, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES, January 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Metropolitan Black Bar Association (MBBA) proudly announces its 41st Anniversary Awards Gala, to be held on …

PRESS CONFERENCE | NCRI to Expose Tehran’s New, Secret Nuclear Warhead Development Efforts

Locations, Names, Cover-up Methods and Agencies WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, January 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Friday, January 31, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. (EST), the U.S. Representative Office of the National Council of Resistance of Iran …

Liz Bishop, Acclaimed Actress, Shines in Supporting Role in 'Sorry, Baby,' Streaming Online January 30, 2025

Liz Bishop's powerful performance in this highly anticipated and compelling film captivates audiences. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, January 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Liz Bishop, an acclaimed actress, is set to captivate audiences …

31 Featured Authors in Volume 3 of The Gifts of Pain Series Celebrate Book Launch on National Storytelling Week

Dr. Elayna Fernandez and 31 Featured Authors Celebrate the February 8th Book Launch of Volume 3 of The Gifts of Pain Series on National Storytelling Week DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, January 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Award-winning …

Drew Lewis Foundation Improves Impact with eTransX Wellbeing Care Community System

Helping More People and Communities Reach Independence Through Support and Education BRENTWOOD, TN, UNITED STATES, January 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Drew Lewis Foundation has been using the eTransX Wellbeing Care Community system to …

One Year After Total Child Marriage Ban, New Hampshire Considers New Exceptions

New Hampshire lawmakers to vote on adding a military exception to the state's child marriage ban, which was passed last year with no exceptions. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, January 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new child marriage bill in …

National Equity Agency Launches Rapid Surplus Refund Program for Homeowners

WEST PALM BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, January 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Millions of homeowners across the United States may be eligible to recover surplus funds left unclaimed after foreclosure sales. However, due to a lack of awareness and …

A Landmark Verdict on Pushbacks – Europe's Human Rights Reckoning

This month, the European Court of Human Rights' (ECtHR) issued a seismic ruling in the case of A.R.E. v. Greece, condemning, for the first time ever, Greece for its “systematic practice of pushbacks”. This landmark verdict exposes not only Greece’s, …

Joint Statement by humanitarian, development and human rights organisations in Lebanon: We need a Permanent Ceasefire ...

We, the undersigned organisations operating in Lebanon, urgently call on parties to abide by their commitments towards a permanent ceasefire in Lebanon and appeal to the international community to ensure the respect and full implementation of the temporary …

LWB Launches Foster Care Guide & Celebrates Conferences in Four Nations

Love Without Boundaries unveils a multilingual Foster Care Guide and hosts global conferences to promote family-based care in four nations. ST. PETERSBERG, FL, UNITED STATES, January 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Love Without Boundaries (LWB), …

TRUSTEE SALE REVERSAL FOR WATSONVILLE HOMEOWNER WITH HELP FROM THE NONPROFIT ALLIANCE OF CONSUMER ADVOCATES

Local Resident Recaptures Home After Trustee Sale Auction is Concluded WATSONVILLE, CA, UNITED STATES, January 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Richard Nathanson, a long-time resident of Watsonville, has successfully recaptured his home after a …

Gripping New Documentary “Dying to Live” Investigates the Horrific October 7th Massacre in Israel

Produced by One Free World International, the powerful new film is available today at Rumble and SalemNow NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, January 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- One Free World International has documented the truth about Hamas’s …