The State of Food Insecurity in the World
The State of Food Insecurity in the World: How does international price volatility affect domestic economies and food security? Executive summary available here The State of Food Insecurity in the World...
Neoliberalism: What on earth are we talking about?
Neoliberalism: it’s a contentious term and one that is as hotly debated as it is carelessly thrown around. I reflect on, and write about, neoliberalism a lot and have just recently...
Letter from the Western Europe Sub-Region to the Civil Society Mechanism (to the CFS)
On September 30th, some members of the Western European sub-region to the Civil Society Mechanism (more information here) met in Brussels to prepare for the 37th Session of the Committee...
Get ready for an exciting month of food governance updates!
So it’s October, and that means a few things: 1) World Food Day is coming up Sunday October 16 2011. The theme this year is Food Prices: From crisis to stability....
Interested in Studying Food?
The Universidad Oberta de Catalunya (UOC) is still accepting students for fall. You may be interested in the following open (meaning accessible to everyone, even if you don´t already have a...
International Food Security and Nutrition Civil Society Mechanism (CSM) Forum
International Food Security and Nutrition Civil Society Mechanism (CSM) Forum 15 - 16 October 2011 Register online NOW! What: Annual CSM Forum When: 15 - 16 October, 2011 Where: International Fund for...
Rio +20
So as people start getting geared up for Rio+20, MoreAndBetter have created a useful guide: MoreABetter_Rio+20-TimeToAct_en I am still not convinced of the value of engaging in this forum. I can't...
Gearing up for CFS 37
With the 37th Session of the Committee on World Food Security around the corner, I will be doing a lot more thinking, writing and hopefully posting. I just came back from...
Food Studies Journal: Call for Papers
TWO NEW CALLS FOR PAPERS: (1) Higher Education and Food Systems, and (2) Sustainable Livelihoods in Food Systems (1) Higher Education and Food Systems (deadline: Dec. 1, 2011) A growing number...