Blueberries and green beans in paper trays on a yellow checked tablecloth

Global Food Initiative

UC is working to address one of the critical issues of our time: How to sustainably and nutritiously feed a world population expected to reach 8 billion by 2025.

Sustainable Agriculture Education Association conference overview
UC Santa Cruz’s Center for Agroecology & Sustainable Food Systems, with support from the UC Global Food Initiative, hosted the Sustainable Agriculture Education Association national conference, highlighting hands-on educational efforts that bridge scientific and social issues.
7 challenges for achieving global food security
UC Davis’ Helene Dillard leads the charge for more sustainable, equitable food systems.
Thinking inside the cardboard box
UC Berkeley engineers use materials at hand to solve global problems, like roofing material made from recycled cardboard.