3rd Annual Food Tank London Climate Action Week Summit Food Tank 2026-09-20 | 3rd Annual Food Tank London Climate Action Week Summit
Keithlin Caroo-Afrifa on Supporting Women Farmers on the Frontlines of the Climate Crisis Food Tank 2025-10-16 | Dani speaks with Keithlin Caroo-Afrifa, the Founder and Executive Director of Helen’s Daughters. They discuss how the organization is strengthening the capacity of women farmers in the Caribbean by teaching them technical skills and financial literacy, the mental health toll of changing weather patterns, and concerns that U.N. Climate Change Conferences have become networking events that leave little space to focus on the implementation of solutions.
Be a conscientious consumer! Food Tank 2025-10-16 | We love this advice from Karen Washington at Rise and Root Farms.
1st Annual Food and Agriculture Policy Summit Food Tank 2025-10-13 | Food Tank, the Global Food Institute at GW, the Culinary Institute of America, and José Andrés present the inaugural Food and Agriculture Policy Summit on October 28, 2025, at Jack Morton Auditorium in Washington, D.C. In collaboration with Driscoll's, Meatable, and Oatly. This event features dynamic conversations with thought leaders across the food system on policies that can support a healthier population and planet. Through inspiring keynotes, fireside chats, interactive dialogues, and lively panel discussions, the Summit will explore practical and actionable policy ideas focused on driving change through procurement, accelerating industry innovation, advancing better health through nutrition, strengthening climate resilience, addressing food loss and waste, reimagining global food aid, and much more.
Stacy Dean on Bridging Research, Policy, and Real-World Impact Food Tank 2025-10-10 | Dani speaks with Stacy Dean, the Carbonell Family Executive Director for the Global Food Institute at GW. They discuss the changes from the Trump-Vance Administration that have weakened the federal nutrition safety net, the need to translate research and knowledge into actionable recommendations for policy officials, and how we can pave a path for young people to help them transform food and agriculture systems for the better.
Musical Performance by Joey Contreras, Nick Potocki, and Hannah Verdi Climate Week NYC Food Tank 2025-10-03 | Award-winning songwriter Joey Contreras (In Pieces) performs with guitarist Nick Potocki (Dead Outlaw) and vocalist Hannah Verdi (In Pieces: Highlights Deluxe). An Official Climate Week NYC event presented by Food Tank, Niman Ranch, and the Broadway Green Alliance
Jonathan Kung on Cutting Through the Noise on Food and Climate Food Tank 2025-10-02 | Dani speaks with Jonathan Kung, a chef, cookbook author, and influential content creator known for his vibrant “third culture” cooking—blending cultural traditions, flavors, and ingredients that hold personal meaning. They talk about what it means to be a third culture cook, how to combat misinformation around nutrition and health, and the local, grassroots communities that he hopes to see more young people plug into to drive change.
Broadway Performance | Regenerative Food Systems | Climate Week NYC Food Tank 2025-09-29 | A musical start to the afternoon at WNYC–NPR’s The Greene Space. Broadway’s Emily Kristen Morris (Wicked, Something Rotten) is joined by pianist Rebekah Bruce (Mean Girls, The Lehman Trilogy, Dead Outlaw). Presented by Food Tank, Arva, and Kiss the Ground during Climate Week NYC.
In Conversation with Jenny Lester Moffit Food Tank 2025-09-27 | Jenny Lester Moffit, Senior Fellow, American Farmland Trust, and Former Under Secretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs at the USDA
A Night of Storytelling Honoring Our Farmers Food Tank 2025-09-27 | "A Night of Storytelling Honoring Our Farmers" at Climate Week NYC brings together ten extraordinary farmers whose daily work is shaping a more just, sustainable, and resilient food future. Through a powerful blend of live performance, theater-inspired dramaturgy, and unscripted narrative, these farmers share their lived experiences of land, of legacy, of hope, and of heartbreak. Confirmed farmer voices include Karen Washington, a farmer, activist, and co-founder of Black Urban Growers, working to uplift food justice and community farming in the Bronx and beyond; Patrick Holden, farmer and founding director of the Sustainable Food Trust; Bob Quinn, organic farmer and plant geneticist from Montana, who revived ancient grains and promotes sustainable agriculture; Ron Mardesen, a third-generation hog farmer from Elliott, Iowa, who has raised pigs for Niman Ranch for over 20 years using humane and sustainable practices; Sabrina Servais, a passionate young dairy farmer and Assistant Herd Manager at her family’s Organic Valley member farm in Wisconsin; Sea Matias, a regenerative farmer and community organizer growing culturally relevant crops and advancing food sovereignty through mutual aid; Brian Mattingly, Director of Star Hill Farm Operations for Maker’s Mark, who manages 1,100 acres of regenerative farmland in Kentucky, integrating crops and livestock for resilient agriculture; Olivia Fuller, a fourth-generation farmer at Fuller Acres in upstate New York, raising pastured livestock and maple products on protected land to build a resilient and diversified future; William Dennehy, a dairy farmer from County Kerry, Ireland, managing 85 acres of heavy pastureland and over 85 cows with a focus on improving soil health and efficient grazing; Azeem Zakir Kareem, who partners with his wife in running Samad Gardens Initiative, leading efforts in regenerative herbal and vegetable farming, education, and advocacy for farmers; Caroline Radice, co-owner of Black Dog Farm & Catering in Northern California and co-founder of the Good Farm Fund, supporting small farmers with microgrants and EBT access; and April Wilson, a third-generation hog and chicken farmer who continues her family’s ranching legacy at Seven W Farm, established by her grandfather in 1959.
Regenerative Food Systems: Scaling Impact Soil to Shelf Food Tank 2025-09-27 | Join Food Tank, Arva, and Kiss the Ground for the Climate Week NYC Event, "Regenerative Food Systems: Scaling Impact - Soil to Shelf" for conversation and storytelling to explore one of the most overlooked climate solutions: healthy soils. Together, we’ll celebrate the farmers, researchers, brands, and advocates working to restore the land beneath our feet, and unlock its potential to sustain life.Confirmed speakers with more to be announced include: David Moscow, actor, producer, and creator of the hit TV series From Scratch, is known for his iconic roles in Big and Newsies; Sam Kass, Partner at Acre Venture Partners and Former Senior Policy Advisor for President Barack Obama’s Nutrition Policy, and Executive Director for First Lady Michelle Obama’s Let’s Move! Campaign; Evan Harrison, CEO of Kiss the Ground; Jay McEntire, CEO of Arva; Chloe Sorvino, food and agriculture journalist and author of Raw Deal: Hidden Corruption, Corporate Greed, and the Fight for the Future of Meat; Matthew Dillon, Co-Chief Executive Officer of the Organic Trade Association; Patrick Brown, fourth-generation farmer from Warren County, North Carolina, and Director of Farmer Inclusion at Nature for Justice, championing regenerative equity and climate-resilient practices among farmers of color; Kimberley Sundy, Senior Director of Global Sustainability at Kellanova; Michael Benedetti, Vice President of Quality, Regulatory, and Sustainability at Clover Sonoma; Vaughn Duitsman, Director of Sustainability at Bartlett; Steven Jennings, Stakeholder Relations and Brand Lead at Ahold Delhaize USA; Clara Coleman, second-generation organic farmer, formerly of Four Season Farm in Maine, who champions farmer self-care and year-round growing to build healthy soils and resilient local food systems; John Moore of St. Croix Farm in New York, who leads his family’s regenerative farm, raising pasture-based meats while conserving the land for future generations; Jamie Ager, fourth-generation farmer and managing partner at Hickory Nut Gap, a regenerative farm in Fairview, North Carolina; Alexia Akbay, CEO and Founder of Symbrosia, a marine biotech company pioneering red seaweed–based livestock feed that reduces methane emissions by more than 90 percent; Evan Fraser, Director of the Arrell Food Institute at the University of Guelph and a leading expert on global food security and sustainable agriculture; Gally Mayer, Co-founder and CEO of Buena Vida Specialty Coffee; and Corby Kummer, Executive Director of the Food & Society Program at the Aspen Institute and senior editor at The Atlantic.
Chefs Change the World Food Tank 2025-09-27 | Join Food Tank, the James Beard Foundation, and Organic Valley for the Climate Week NYC event, "Chefs Change the World," that brings together leading experts to explore how chefs are shaping a more sustainable food future.Confirmed speakers and performers include Ruth Reichl, food writer and editor; former restaurant critic (Los Angeles Times and The New York Times), Editor‑in‑Chief at Gourmet magazine, and six‑time James Beard Award winner; Florence Fabricant, food and wine writer, The New York Times; Eric Adjepong, chef, television personality, and author best known for his standout appearances on Top Chef and as the host of shows on Food Network and HGTV; Priya Krishna, Journalist, The New York Times; Clare Reichenbach, CEO, James Beard Foundation; Sheryll Durrant, urban farmer, educator, and food-justice leader; Board President, Just Food and NYC New Roots; Melissa Clark, food writer, cookbook author, and New York Times columnist; Miguel Guerra, Chef at Mita, is committed to celebrating Mexican culinary traditions while advancing sustainable and community-rooted food systems; Joshua McFadden, James Beard Award–winning chef and restaurateur known for seasonal cooking and sustainable food practices; Priyanka Naik, Food Network champion and sustainability advocate known for her globally inspired cooking; Anne McBride, Vice President of Programs, James Beard Foundation; Geoffrey Kie, Indigenous chef and founder of Kie’s Pies from the Pueblo of Laguna; Samantha Sackin, Organic Valley; Rob Rubba, Chef & Co-Owner, Oyster Oyster; Abbie Corse, sixth-generation organic dairy farmer at The Corse Farm Dairy in Whitingham, Vermont; and Ingrid Hoffmann, chef and host of Top Chef Estrellas (Telemundo/NBC), Simply Delicioso(Cooking Channel), and Delicioso (Univision), and Advisor to "The Humans Who Feed Us."
Farmer Story: Bob Quinn | A Night Honoring Our Farmers Food Tank 2025-09-27 | Bob Quinn, organic farmer and plant geneticist from Montana, shares insights on reviving ancient grains and promoting sustainable agriculture. An Official Climate Week NYC event presented by Food Tank, Niman Ranch, and the Broadway Green Alliance.
Farmer Story: Brian Mattingly | A Night Honoring Our Farmers Food Tank 2025-09-27 | Brian Mattingly, Director of Star Hill Farm Operations for Maker’s Mark, discusses regenerative agriculture on 1,100 acres in Kentucky integrating crops and livestock. An Official Climate Week NYC event presented by Food Tank, Niman Ranch, and the Broadway Green Alliance.
Farmer Story: Caroline Radice | A Night Honoring Our Farmers Food Tank 2025-09-27 | Caroline Radice, co-owner of Black Dog Farm & Catering in Northern California and co-founder of the Good Farm Fund, tells her story of growing food as joyful resistance and expanding support for small farmers. An Official Climate Week NYC event presented by Food Tank, Niman Ranch, and the Broadway Green Alliance.
Farmer Story: Sabrina Servais | A Night Honoring Our Farmers Food Tank 2025-09-27 | Sabrina Servais, assistant herd manager at her family’s Organic Valley dairy in Wisconsin, shares her perspective as a young farmer advancing sustainability and animal welfare. An Official Climate Week NYC event presented by Food Tank, Niman Ranch, and the Broadway Green Alliance.
Welcome by Danielle Nierenberg with Ron Mardesen | Food Tank at Climate Week NYC Food Tank 2025-09-27 | Danielle Nierenberg, President of Food Tank, welcomes guests alongside Niman Ranch hog farmer Ron Mardesen. An Official Climate Week NYC event presented by Food Tank, Niman Ranch, and the Broadway Green Alliance.
Stephanie Hsu Emcees the Evening | A Night Honoring Our Farmers Food Tank 2025-09-27 | Academy Award–nominated actor Stephanie Hsu (Everything Everywhere All at Once, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel) opens the evening as Emcee. An Official Climate Week NYC event presented by Food Tank, Niman Ranch, and the Broadway Green Alliance.
Farmer Story: Sea Matias | A Night Honoring Our Farmers Food Tank 2025-09-27 | Sea Matias of Serra Vida Farm, a Bronx-born regenerative farmer and educator, shares a story of community land stewardship and culturally rooted food sovereignty. An Official Climate Week NYC event presented by Food Tank, Niman Ranch, and the Broadway Green Alliance.
Farmer Story: William Dennehy | A Night Honoring Our Farmers Food Tank 2025-09-27 | William Dennehy, a dairy farmer from County Kerry, Ireland, speaks about improving soil health and resilient grazing systems on 85 acres of pastureland. An Official Climate Week NYC event presented by Food Tank, Niman Ranch, and the Broadway Green Alliance.
Farmer Story: Olivia Fuller | A Night Honoring Our Farmers Food Tank 2025-09-27 | Olivia Fuller, a fourth-generation farmer at Fuller Acres in upstate New York, reflects on raising pastured livestock and maple products on protected farmland. An Official Climate Week NYC event presented by Food Tank, Niman Ranch, and the Broadway Green Alliance.
Conversation with Patrick Holden | A Night Honoring Our Farmers Food Tank 2025-09-27 | Patrick Holden, farmer and founding director of the Sustainable Food Trust, joins Danielle Nierenberg of Food Tank to discuss global efforts to transform agriculture. An Official Climate Week NYC event presented by Food Tank, Niman Ranch, and the Broadway Green Alliance.
Farmer Story: Azeem Zakir Kareem | A Night Honoring Our Farmers Food Tank 2025-09-27 | Azeem Zakir Kareem, Samad Gardens Initiative in the Bronx, shares work in regenerative herbal and vegetable farming, education, and advocacy for farmers of color. An Official Climate Week NYC event presented by Food Tank, Niman Ranch, and the Broadway Green Alliance.
Conversation with Karen Washington | A Night Honoring Our Farmers Food Tank 2025-09-27 | Karen Washington, farmer, activist, and co-founder of Black Urban Growers, joins Danielle Nierenberg of Food Tank to discuss food justice and community farming in the Bronx and beyond. An Official Climate Week NYC event presented by Food Tank, Niman Ranch, and the Broadway Green Alliance.
Farmer Story: April Wilson | A Night Honoring Our Farmers Food Tank 2025-09-27 | April Wilson, a third-generation hog and chicken farmer, reflects on continuing her family’s ranching legacy at Seven W Farm, established by her grandfather in 1959. An Official Climate Week NYC event presented by Food Tank, Niman Ranch, and the Broadway Green Alliance.
Welcome | Regenerative Food Systems | Climate Week NYC Food Tank 2025-09-26 | Opening welcome from Jay McEntire (Arva), Evan Harrison (Kiss the Ground), and Danielle Nierenberg (Food Tank). Filmed live at WNYC–NPR’s The Greene Space during Climate Week NYC.
Spotlight: AI + Agriculture | Regenerative Food Systems | Climate Week NYC Food Tank 2025-09-26 | Jay McEntire (Arva) highlights the hidden potential of AI and agriculture. Presented by Food Tank, Arva, and Kiss the Ground at WNYC–NPR’s The Greene Space during Climate Week NYC.
Panel: Scaling Regenerative Supply Chains | Regenerative Food Systems Food Tank 2025-09-26 | Steven Jennings (Ahold Delhaize USA), Kimberley Sundy (Kellanova), and Vaughn Duitsman (Bartlett) discuss the role of brands and markets in scaling regenerative food systems. Moderated by Danielle Nierenberg (Food Tank). Presented by Food Tank, Arva, and Kiss the Ground at WNYC–NPR’s The Greene Space during Climate Week NYC.
Panel: Farmers Driving Climate Solutions | Regenerative Food Systems Food Tank 2025-09-26 | Patrick Brown (Nature for Justice), Clara Coleman (Real Farmer Care), John Moore (St. Croix Farm), and Jamie Ager (Hickory Nut Gap) share how farmers are leading the way on climate and equity. Moderated by Chloe Sorvino (Raw Deal). Presented by Food Tank, Arva, and Kiss the Ground at WNYC–NPR’s The Greene Space during Climate Week NYC.
Panel: Collaborating Across Sectors | Regenerative Food Systems Food Tank 2025-09-26 | Alexia Akbay (Symbrosia), Matthew Dillon (Organic Trade Association), Evan Fraser (Arrell Food Institute, University of Guelph), and Michael Benedetti (Clover Sonoma) share regenerative solutions that work. Moderated by Danielle Nierenberg (Food Tank). Filmed at WNYC–NPR’s The Greene Space during Climate Week NYC.
Lightning Talk: Buena Vida Specialty Coffee | Regenerative Food Systems Food Tank 2025-09-26 | Gally Mayer (Buena Vida Specialty Coffee) shares how coffee can regenerate communities and landscapes. Presented by Food Tank, Arva, and Kiss the Ground at WNYC–NPR’s The Greene Space during Climate Week NYC.
Lighting Talk Revitalizing Species with Aquaculture Food Tank 2025-09-26 | Don Grant, Vice-President, Cuna del Mar LLC. Presented by Food Tank, Arva, and Kiss the Ground at WNYC–NPR’s The Greene Space during Climate Week NYC.
In Conversation: Sam Kass | Regenerative Food Systems | Climate Week NYC Food Tank 2025-09-26 | Sam Kass (Acre Venture Partners, former White House) in conversation with Danielle Nierenberg (Food Tank) on food, policy, and impact. Presented by Food Tank, Arva, and Kiss the Ground at WNYC–NPR’s The Greene Space during Climate Week NYC.
In Conversation: David Moscow | Regenerative Food Systems | Climate Week NYC Food Tank 2025-09-26 | David Moscow (actor, producer, From Scratch) reflects on storytelling, farming, and food systems. Moderated by Danielle Nierenberg (Food Tank). Filmed live at WNYC–NPR’s The Greene Space, presented by Food Tank, Arva, and Kiss the Ground during Climate Week NYC.
Welcome | Chefs Change the World | Climate Week NYC Food Tank 2025-09-26 | Warm opening remarks from Anne McBride (The James Beard Foundation), Samantha Sackin (Organic Valley), and Danielle Nierenberg (Food Tank) set the tone for an inspiring morning at WNYC–NPR’s The Greene Space. Presented during Climate Week NYC.
Opening Remarks with Clare Reichenbach | Chefs Change the World Food Tank 2025-09-26 | Clare Reichenbach (The James Beard Foundation) kicks off the program with a call to action on how chefs are shaping culture and sustainability. Filmed at WNYC–NPR’s The Greene Space and presented by Food Tank, The James Beard Foundation, and Organic Valley during Climate Week NYC.
In Conversation: Joshua McFadden & Melissa Clark | Chefs Change the World Food Tank 2025-09-26 | Chef Joshua McFadden joins Melissa Clark (The New York Times) to talk about seasonality, sustainability, and the future of food. A lively exchange presented by Food Tank, The James Beard Foundation, and Organic Valley at WNYC–NPR’s The Greene Space for Climate Week NYC.
Panel: Hearing Directly From Chefs Part 1 | Chefs Change the World Food Tank 2025-09-26 | Priyanka Naik, Geoffrey Kie, Miguel Guerra, and Rob Rubba share how their kitchens connect to community, creativity, and climate. Moderated by Melissa Clark (The New York Times). Presented by Food Tank, The James Beard Foundation, and Organic Valley at WNYC–NPR’s The Greene Space during Climate Week NYC.
In Conversation: Florence Fabricant & Danielle Nierenberg Food Tank 2025-09-26 | Florence Fabricant (The New York Times) and Danielle Nierenberg (Food Tank) sit down to reflect on food writing, restaurants, and responsibility. Presented by Food Tank, The James Beard Foundation, and Organic Valley at WNYC–NPR’s The Greene Space for Climate Week NYC.
Panel: From Soil to City – Farmers, Chefs & Food Justice | Chefs Change the World Food Tank 2025-09-26 | Abbie Corse (The Corse Farm Dairy), Ingrid Hoffmann (Top Chef Estrellas), and Sheryll Durrant (Just Food, NYC New Roots) spotlight farming, equity, and the voices that keep our food system alive. Moderated by Danielle Nierenberg (Food Tank). Presented by Food Tank, The James Beard Foundation, and Organic Valley at WNYC–NPR’s The Greene Space during Climate Week NYC.
In Conversation: Liz Neumark and Danielle Nierenberg | Chefs Change the World Food Tank 2025-09-26 | Liz Neumark (Great Performances) and Danielle Nierenberg (Food Tank) sit down to discuss healthy food, responsibility, and the work of the Sylvia Center. Presented by Food Tank, The James Beard Foundation, and Organic Valley at WNYC–NPR’s The Greene Space for Climate Week NYC
Hearing Directly From Chefs Part 1 | Chefs Change the World Food Tank 2025-09-26 | Priyanka Naik, Geoffrey Kie, Miguel Guerra, and Rob Rubba share how their kitchens connect to community, creativity, and climate. Moderated by Melissa Clark (The New York Times). Presented by Food Tank, The James Beard Foundation, and Organic Valley at WNYC–NPR’s The Greene Space during Climate Week NYC.
In Conversation: Ruth Reichl & Priya Krishna | Chefs Change the World Food Tank 2025-09-26 | Ruth Reichl and Priya Krishna (The New York Times) on the power of storytelling, criticism, and kitchens as engines of change. Presented by Food Tank, The James Beard Foundation, and Organic Valley at WNYC–NPR’s The Greene Space for Climate Week NYC.
Reflections | Chefs Change the World | Climate Week NYC Food Tank 2025-09-26 | Final reflections from Anne McBride (The James Beard Foundation), Samantha Sackin (Organic Valley), and Danielle Nierenberg (Food Tank). Closing thoughts on where we go from here, live from WNYC–NPR’s The Greene Space at Climate Week NYC.
Podium Remarks Riana Lynn Digital Futures Climate Week NYC Food Tank 2025-09-26 | Food Tank, Wholechain, Journey Foods, and Better Food Future present Digital Futures: A Better Food Future Celebration at Climate Week NYC at WNYC–NPR’s The Greene Space. Co-hosted by TikTok, Kerry Dairy, Wholechain, the Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT, and Atarraya, and in support of the UN Global Compact Ocean Stewardship Coalition, with additional support from the Meat Institute, Acme Smoked Fish, and Regal Springs. Chefs, creators, artists, and leaders explore how digital innovation and cultural influence can help build a better food future.Remarks by Riana Lynn (Journey Foods) on the role of technology and innovation in building resilient food systems.
Panel Influencer Insights – Shaping Food and Culture Digital Futures Climate Week NYC Food Tank 2025-09-26 | Food Tank, Wholechain, Journey Foods, and Better Food Future present Digital Futures: A Better Food Future Celebration at Climate Week NYC at WNYC–NPR’s The Greene Space. Co-hosted by TikTok, Kerry Dairy, Wholechain, the Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT, and Atarraya, and in support of the UN Global Compact Ocean Stewardship Coalition, with additional support from the Meat Institute, Acme Smoked Fish, and Regal Springs. Chefs, creators, artists, and leaders explore how digital innovation and cultural influence can help build a better food future.TikTok creators @chefwillcoleman and @flavapfever share how online influence is reshaping food culture.
The Role of the Private Sector Digital Futures Climate Week NYC Food Tank 2025-09-26 | Food Tank, Wholechain, Journey Foods, and Better Food Future present Digital Futures: A Better Food Future Celebration at Climate Week NYC at WNYC–NPR’s The Greene Space. Co-hosted by TikTok, Kerry Dairy, Wholechain, the Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT, and Atarraya, and in support of the UN Global Compact Ocean Stewardship Coalition, with additional support from the Meat Institute, Acme Smoked Fish, and Regal Springs. Chefs, creators, artists, and leaders explore how digital innovation and cultural influence can help build a better food future.James O’Connell (Kerry Dairy Ireland), Alex Golub (Acme Smoked Fish), Elena Piana (Regal Springs), and Daniel Russek (Atarraya) discuss how the private sector can scale regenerative seafood and dairy. Moderated by Danielle Nierenberg (Food Tank).
