Sustainable Food for the Globe

09/13/2025

09/05/2025

The happiest countries on Earth have one thing in common: they protect nature, fund education, and ensure strong social safety nets. When people are given the security to thrive—whether through environmental protection, access to education, or social systems—they can focus on what really matters: community and connection. What would it look like if your community were centered around those values? 🌍💛

08/19/2025

Looks like fun! Being in Mother Nature one can learn so, so much!

“Together we can keep Mother Nature vibrant and alive.” - Norma Burnson

⏳ Just ONE WEEK left! 🌲 The Michigan Big Tree Hunt ends August 22, 2025. 🌳
Get outside this next week and look for the biggest trees in your area. Take a photo, measure the trunk, and submit it at bigtreehunt.com — it’s free and open to all ages.
You might just discover Michigan’s Biggest Tree! 🏆

08/19/2025

09/01/2024

Another step in the right direction…

Melinda Smale's research on the economic value of crop diversity shaped agricultural policies worldwide and inspired a generation of young scientists.

Discover more about the influential American agricultural economist in the new part of our series: https://buff.ly/3T90iG8

CGIAR Impact Area: Environmental health & biodiversity Michigan State University CGIAR International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT) Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT

09/01/2024

Hey food lovers! Ever tried using fig leaves in your cooking? These aromatic leaves aren’t just for decoration – they add a unique, nutty flavor to your dishes. Here are some fun ways to incorporate fig leaves into your meals:

Fig Leaf-Wrapped Fish!
Wrap your favorite fish fillets in fig leaves and bake or grill. The leaves infuse a delicious coconut-like flavor!

Fig Leaf Tea:
Boil fresh fig leaves in water for a soothing, fragrant tea. Perfect for a relaxing afternoon.

Infused Milk or Cream:
Simmer fig leaves in milk or cream to infuse their unique flavor, then use it in custards, ice cream, or even your morning coffee (our favorite).

Rice and Grain Dishes:
Cook rice or grains with a fig leaf added to the pot. It enhances the aroma and adds a subtle, nutty taste.

09/01/2024

Wonderful!

08/08/2024

Indigenous youth are the center of climate litigation around the world. Some see it as their birthright to protect their culture.