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.
Reducing hunger and food waste
UC San Diego highlights efforts to increase food sustainability during Earth Month.
‘DryCard’ invention wins competition to reduce food loss in Africa
Moisture-sensing card will help farmers store dried food without spoilage.
Healthy Campus Initiative brings music, theater, food to UCLA's new living amphitheater
Guests inclue Grammy Award-nominated singer/songwriter Aloe Blacc and L.A. Laker Metta World Peace.