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.

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Sustainable Agriculture Education Association
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.
List Grid
Genetic risk for obesity grew stronger in 'obseogenic' environment
Study lends support to idea that high-calorie diets, sedentariness may be driving obesity epidemic.
Fortino Morales III manages R’Garden, UC Riverside's 3-acre community garden.
30 Under 30: Community garden cultivates food justice
Global Food Initiative 30 Under 30 winner is raising awareness about food access.
UC Santa Barbara computer scientist Chandra Krintz is testing her SmartFarm technology at Sedgwick Reserve, pictured, among other locations in the region.
Farm aid
UC Santa Barbara Sustainability Champion moves closer to goal of enabling smarter farming through technology.