CASwiki news articles have a focus on news of community action for sustainability. This article is an offshoot from Food activism UK and is for news and comment in that context. Image: Crowds shopping at Borough market, south London. Attribution: Andy F
Ecological Land Cooperative purchases site in South Somerset to create new small farms.[4] The Ecological Land Cooperative works to create affordable ecological smallholdings for new entrants to farming – those who would ordinarily be unable to afford a house in the countryside yet who wish to earn a living through farming. Oct
The healthiest menu for poor people? An extra helping from government, Jack Monroe, Sep 6[5]
Meet London's first 50 Urban Food Heroes using food for good, Mar 19[6]
UK farmers to be given first ever targets on soil health, Mar 13[7]
The true cost of food: what should we do about it? Feb 19[8]
A comprehensive proposal for a more just and sustainable food system in England[11]
A ground-breaking manifesto outlining a people's vision of food and farming in England that is supported by over 80 food and farming organizations. The report draws on 18 months of extensive, nation-wide consultations with grassroots organizations, NGOs, trade unions, community projects, small businesses and individuals. It has resulted in a set of policy proposals and a vision for change that is rooted in the lived experiences and needs of people most affected by the failures in the current food system.
A People's Food Policy is an extensive report, extending to 100 pages across 9 thematic chapters covering governance, food production, health, land, labour, environment, knowledge and skills, trade and finance - each with an in depth analysis and policy proposals for transforming the food system in England. June, 2017
