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     With the widespread continuation of social distancing recommendations, we realize that it is difficult for classrooms to share resources among students. That's why we've been working toward making our learning tools available online, starting with our graphic novel, #foodcrisis.

     This depiction of a world that has experienced a major drought explores the politics, science, and ethical questions that surround an international event of this magnitude. The story is based on historical events that have caused disruptions to our food systems, like the Dust Bowl and the Great Irish Potato Famine, and is supported by 13 background essays on the research that went into writing the novel. At the same time unsettling and somewhat reassuring, the plot draws connections to current events while championing the resiliency of the human spirit that has helped us push through in challenging times. What lessons can be learned from food crises of the past, and what can we learn from our situation now?

Download a pdf copy of #foodcrisis

Coming Soon

     We are working to make even more of our resources available online in the coming weeks. Stay tuned for a printable version of our card game, as well as two new podcast series! If you would like to be notified when new resources are released, we welcome you to join our mailing list below:

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At Feeding 9 Billion, we study the future of food, including topics such as the digital agricultural revolution, the effects of climate change on agriculture, and sustainable food packaging solutions. We believe that these issues are relevant to everyone, and that education is key to creating global food systems that can feed 9 billion people by 2050. 

One of our passion projects is creating accessible and engaging learning tools that will get people excited to learn about food security, and thinking critically about solutions. This website shares the results of that work. Take a look around, or check them out below!

		Do you have what it takes to lead a country through rising food prices, inequality and climate change, and still feed all your people? Experience these (and other) challenges firsthand with Feeding 9 Billion: The Card Game!     Card Game
		What would happen if a massive drought hit North America today? Explore the far-reaching effects in our graphic novel, #foodcrisis, which reimagines past food crises in the modern world.   Graphic Novel
		Did you know that the world produces almost 2800 calories per person per day? If there is more than enough food to feed everyone, why do some go hungry? Learn more about the complex issue of global food security and its solutions with our informative series of illustrated videos!         Videos

We're always working on new materials, so keep checking back for more!