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Empowering Local Food Security: A Systematic Review on Community Grain Banks In a systematic review of previous research, Vaishali Sharma https://lnkd.in/eA8-mVGh, a doctoral research scholar at O.P. Jindal Global University in Sonipat, India, investigates the transformative impacts of community grain banks (CGBs) in combating food insecurity. This comprehensive review highlights how CGBs provide critical support during food shortages, enhance economic stability, and promote social cohesion within communities. The review reveals that CGBs not only serve as essential safety nets but also empower local populations, particularly women, by fostering leadership roles and encouraging self-sufficiency in food systems. By enhancing food sovereignty, CGBs reduce reliance on external markets and improve access to vital resources. This review paper illustrates the significant role community grain banks play in building resilience against food insecurity and offers valuable insights for policymakers, practitioners, and researchers working toward sustainable solutions. Read the open-access @JAFSCD article for FREE: https://lnkd.in/eR7hkxdy #FoodSecurity #CommunityGrainBanks #SustainableDevelopment #Research #Empowerment O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU) Jindal School of Government and Public Policy

Interested in a volunteer’s experience in establishing children’s local food programs? #localfood #farmtoschool #farmersmarket Read the @JAFSCD article for free: https://lnkd.in/eXwb9d-h

An event by a JAFSCD Shareholder: the 10th Annual Rich Earth Summit runs Nov. 12-14, 2024, as a hybrid event (virtual via Zoom and in-person in Brattleboro, VT). The Rich Earth Summit, hosted by Rich Earth Institute, is a global event dedicated to advancing urine reclamation to create sustainable and just nutrient cycles. This gathering brings together researchers, practitioners, and advocates to share knowledge and foster collaboration. Learn more and register at https://lnkd.in/gvgcicUb

Struggling with food insecurity is a daily reality for millions in Nigeria, especially vulnerable groups like children and the elderly. Why? Dive into the complex web of factors affecting food access and stability in this eye-opening post. But solutions are within reach! From boosting agricultural productivity to expanding social safety nets, there's hope for a brighter, more food-secure future. ? #FoodSecurity #Nigeria #SocioEconomics #PolicyResponse #SustainableDevelopment #CommunityDevelopment ? Read the @JAFSCD article for free: https://lnkd.in/eGyHxYua

Hunting is agritourism, but pick-your-own blueberries isn’t? Discover how inconsistencies in agritourism data may lead to misguided policy and practice in the U.S., and why researchers are calling for better data to support rural communities and farm viability. #agritourism #data #agcensus #USDA_NASS #econdevelopment #rural Read the @JAFSCD article for free: https://lnkd.in/etar7HSn

Do you know any farmers struggling to access USDA NRCS programs for climate-smart practices? A new study reveals the hidden barriers faced by underserved farmers in South Carolina. From unclear program info to lack of support, these challenges are holding farmers back. Discover the solutions proposed by authors Guynn, Player, and Burns to empower SC farming communities and drive sustainable practices! #Clemson #USDANRCS #UnderservedFarmers #SouthCarolina #ClimateSmartAgriculture Read the new @JAFSCD article for free: https://lnkd.in/dSFx-UDg

Uninformed About SNAP: Missouri College Students Battle Food Insecurity. Did you know that a lack of awareness about SNAP benefits is causing many college students in #Missouri to face food insecurity? New research sheds light on students’ knowledge and use of SNAP benefits and recommends how colleges and universities can help their students access the resources they need to thrive. #SNAPforU #FoodInsecurity #HigherEducation Read the @JAFSCD article for free: https://lnkd.in/d58SUN8A

Why don’t more organic farmers participate in USDA farm programs? It can be like trying to fit a square peg in a round hole. Interviews by @NYUniversity @carolyndimitri and co-authors shed light on farmers’ and handlers’ issues with participating. Read the @JAFSCD article for free: https://lnkd.in/eUjdivTF #USDA #organicfarmers #organiccertification Photo: USDA Natural Resource Conservation Service Chief Terry Cosby (at right) visited EarthDance Organic Farm in St. Louis, Missouri, and met with founder and CEO Molly Rockamann (at left) to discuss how Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) funds have aided her high-tunnel operation. USDA photo by Josh Colligan, 3/23/2023; public domain.

Locally grown #seaweed is on the menu in coastal communities throughout the United States as the nascent agricultural industry develops. The key is making it work for farmers and consumers. #sugarkelp #economicdevelopment Read the @JAFSCD commentary for free: https://lnkd.in/e-pviZck Photo: Anoushka Concepcion, the Connecticut Sea Grant and UConn Extension educator, holds wild sugar kelp while on a boat in Long Island Sound. Photo provided by the authors.

Florida’s food and agricultural nonprofits' revenue topped US$311 million in 2019. They employed 2,271 workers and benefited from over 52,000 volunteers. Learn more about their community value in this new @JAFSCD article. #Florida #nonprofits #foodsupplychain #economicdevelopment Read for free: https://lnkd.in/eYDgVcWK Photo caption: Food and agricultural nonprofit organizations give back to our communities. Photo credit: UF PhotoShelter.