The Stories

Discover how food shapes our planet, from rebuilding soil to protecting water and air through regenerative practices and ecological innovation.

Discover

Uncover the economics, tech, and policies driving food systems, spotlighting fairer supply chains and the power dynamics of who controls what we eat.

Uncover

Explore how food fuels health, prevents disease, and transforms lives through stories of nutrition, wellness, and supporting our biology.

Explore

Celebrate food’s power to connect, from cultural traditions and family legacies to chefs and communities uniting people around the table.

Celebrate

Food System Heroes


Liz Garst: A Family Legacy of No-Till Farming and Soil Health

Liz Garst of Coon Rapids in Carroll County, Iowa, stands as a Food Hero, embodying the resilience and foresight needed…

Long Journey From Conventional Farming to Regenerative Agriculture

Wendy Johnson of Charles City in Floyd County, Iowa, represents the next generation of Food Hero, fighting to reclaim…

Know someone who’s transforming our food system for the better?

Whether they’re a farmer restoring the soil, a chef nourishing their community, or an advocate fighting for food justice, we want to celebrate their impact. Nominate them as a Food System Hero through The Story of Food and help share their story with the world. Submit your nomination now and let’s honor those who feed us, sustain the land, and build stronger communities!

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