Food insecurity and affordability are growing challenges for American families. Join @DenisMcDonough of Feeding America and @jgehrk of the Walmart Foundation as they discuss effective strategies and collaborations to close the gap. Moderated by @HarvardBizGov Research Fellow in our Global Food Systems Program @SaraBoettiger, courtesy of our friends at the @HarvardIOP.

Looking to make a difference in food and agriculture? Check out “Careers in Sustainable Food and Agriculture” event, organized by our Global Food Systems Program, on October 2, from 12:00–3:00 PM! Meet new people, discover fresh opportunities, and take the next step in your career. Save your seat here with HUID @Kennedy_School @HarvardBizGov

NASA has selected 5 U.S. winners as part of the agency's Deep Space Food Challenge: Mars to Table 🍽️ This competition sought innovative solutions for space food systems that would provide safe, nutritious meals to astronauts living and working in space. Learn more:

From the Sunshine State to the global stage. Ambassador Blanchard visited @UF's Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences to explore how Florida's world-class agricultural research can help American farmers and fulfill President Trump's vision at UN food and agriculture institutions. 🌽 Land grant universities know that food security is national security, and that less wars start when people are well fed. UF's work on drought-resilient crops, water management, and food systems innovation is central to U.S. priorities at @FAO, @IFAD, and @WFP. 🐊🇺🇸 The Gator Nation is Everywhere. Go Gators!

Pollution is a major driver of disease. Harmful chemicals can travel far beyond where they are released, contaminating air, water & food systems and contributing to millions of premature deaths each year. That’s why we must #BeatChemicalPollution# using a #OneHealth# approach:

Meet the Apisense team at #AiEverythingAbuDhabi# & discover how Biological Intelligence is transforming the way we understand pollinators, strengthen food systems & respond to environmental challenges. 🎟 Pass: 📅 6–7 Oct 📍 ADNEC Centre

📌Ambassador Blanchard visited @ClemsonCAFLS @ClemsonUniv, meeting with faculty and leadership from a premier agricultural research institution. 🇺🇸 Clemson’s innovative approach towards agriculture is a great example of American excellence underpinning U.S. leadership in multilateral organizations and putting farmers first. 🫱🏼‍🫲🏻🇺🇳 Ambassador Blanchard explored opportunities to connect Clemson’s expertise in fruit research, food systems, and packaging innovation with @FAO, @IFAD, and @WFP, building on President Trump’s vision to bring greater American expertise and excellence to the UN.