Slow Food

💚 🫒 A Love Letter to the World from the ancient olive groves of Western Turkey. For over three millennia, these groves have been a lifeline, nourishing both the land and its people. But today, they face unprecedented threats. The Guardians of the Groves are here to protect this heritage. 🌳 Thanks to the Slow Olive network, a collective of small-scale producers, chefs, and communities, ancient olive trees are being safeguarded from industrialization and land grabbing. Through collaboration, advocacy, and a commitment to sustainable practices, we’re fighting to preserve one of the world’s oldest olive landscapes. ➡️ Swipe to see how this ancient tradition is being protected, and how you can be a part of the movement to ensure a sustainable, biodiverse future. Check out the link below to donate and help us write more letters like this one about resilience and change! https://lnkd.in/e3M83irM #SlowFood #OliveGroves #SustainableAgriculture #CulturalHeritage #Turkey #IndigenousOlives #FoodSovereignty #LandPreservation #Agroecology

Meet Divle cave cheese—a rare delicacy from the Anatolian steppe in Turkey. Made with milk from sheep and goats grazing wild pastures, this cheese is salted, packed into goat or sheep skins, and aged in a 40-meter-deep cave. Over months, it develops a bold flavor and signature molds that make it truly one-of-a-kind. 🌟 This tradition has been passed down for centuries, but with fewer shepherds and changing times, it’s at risk. That’s why the Divle cave cheese Presidium is working to protect this culinary heritage and support the cheesemakers keeping it alive. 💡 Want to learn more and support this project? Tap the link below to explore Slow Food Presidia and help preserve traditions like this for future generations. 🙌 https://lnkd.in/eNDDfhTE #DivleCheese #SlowFoodPresidia #SupportLocal #CulturalHeritage #FoodTraditions #EthicalFarming

🐝✨ "Stingless, but mighty: Meet Bolivia’s native bees!" ✨🐝 Did you know some bees don’t sting? Deep in Bolivia’s Serranía del Iñao National Park, species like Señorita and Tancarillo are essential pollinators for tropical plants, playing a critical role in preserving biodiversity and supporting local ecosystems. Traditional knowledge to produce honey from local plants has been passed down from generation to generation by the meliponiculturist women of the region, starting with the Guarani women. But deforestation, fires, and intensive agriculture threaten the survival of these bees and the delicate balance of their environment. That’s why the Stingless Native Bee Presidium is stepping in—teaching sustainable practices like eco-friendly hives, recovering natural nests, and empowering communities to protect these incredible pollinators. 🌳 💡 Learn more about this inspiring project and how you can help preserve biodiversity and support sustainable honey production. Check out the link below! https://lnkd.in/eXVsSytg A big shoutout goes to all our partners in this wonderful project!👇 Centro di Volontariato Internazionale - CeVI ASPEm Associazione Solidarietà Paesi Emergenti Università degli Studi di Milano Fundacion Abril Fundacion Pasos Agua Sustenable #StinglessBees #SlowFoodPresidia #SustainableFarming #Pollinators #Biodiversity

🌱 A Love Letter to the World from Bali, where women are at the forefront of preserving traditional seeds and sustainable farming. Through Bibit Pusaka, Balinese women are cultivating home gardens, preserving native seeds, and fighting for food sovereignty. In a world where industrial farming is threatening #biodiversity, these women are preserving the very essence of Bali’s agricultural heritage—one seed at a time. From #agroecology to permaculture, the Bibit Pusaka initiative is not just about farming; it's about protecting our planet for future generations. ➡️ Swipe to learn more about how this incredible community is working together to save native seeds and build a resilient, sustainable future. 🌍 Click the link below to donate today and help us support vital projects that preserve local biodiversity and unique cultural heritage! https://lnkd.in/e3M83irM #SlowFood #SustainableFarming #WomenInAg #Bali #FoodSovereignty

The way we grow, share, and eat food shapes the future of our planet. Ready to make a difference? 🌱 🎥 Food on Film is empowering students to take action through simple, impactful solutions: 🍅 Choose local & seasonal foods. 🌾 Embrace biodiversity. 🥦 Explore plant-based options. 🌱 Incorporate legumes. 🌻 Grow your own food. Teachers, students, and changemakers—join us in sparking change! Bring Food on Film to your school or community and inspire a movement for a healthier, fairer, and more sustainable food system. Want to know more? Check out the link below and write us at [email protected]. https://lnkd.in/ecuEkm6u Together with our partners Green Montenegro IFF, Innsbruck Nature Film Festival, Mobile Film Festival , Cinemambiente Torino and interfilm Berlin we’re taking action for a sustainable future. #FoodOnFilm #CinemaForChange #SustainableFuture #ClimateAction #YouthEmpowerment

Industrial agriculture is destroying biodiversity at an alarming rate—fragmenting habitats and pushing up to a million species to the brink of extinction. And guess who got the prime seats at the UN Biodiversity Conference? Big corporations, defending business as usual.   But there was progress: Indigenous peoples’ rights and their vital role in protecting biodiversity are finally gaining overdue recognition. 🌿   In our latest episode, we take you to the heart of the global biodiversity talks in Cali, Colombia. Featuring exclusive insights from experts who were there, we unpack the key takeaways: 💡 Was agriculture on the menu? 💡 Are corporate interests driving the agenda? 💡 What does the recognition of Indigenous rights mean for the future? 💡 Overall, was the conference transformative, or just more talk?   🎙️ Special guests: Edward Davey (World Resources Institute Europe) Lim Li Ching (IPES-Food & Third World Network) Hazel Healy (De Smog UK)   🎧 Listen now: https://lnkd.in/gQWe66cX   #Podcast #Biodiversity #IndustrialAgriculture #CorporateGreed #COPConferences #EnvironmentalJustice #UNBiodiversityConference #SlowFood

🌍❤️ A Love Letter to the World from #Haiti, where community-driven change is transforming food systems and fighting malnutrition. By turning wasted breadfruit into nutritious flour, we’re not just preserving a vital crop—we’re creating a sustainable solution for the future. In the face of immense challenges, Slow Food’s artisanal factory in the heart of Haiti is making a difference. From reducing food waste to fighting hunger, this initiative empowers local communities, supports small-scale farmers, and provides nutritional benefits for children. ➡️ Swipe through to discover how this project is changing lives and join us in spreading hope. Your support makes all the difference. Check out the link below to donate! 👇 https://lnkd.in/e3M83irM #SlowFood #FoodWaste #SustainableAgriculture #donate

🌱 #Biodiversity is the bedrock of life on Earth—yet we are facing an unprecedented crisis. Habitats and ecosystems are being destroyed, while up to a million species are teetering on the brink of extinction. One of the primary culprits? Industrial agriculture. It’s a key driver of this crisis—but is it being given the attention it deserves in global biodiversity strategies? In our latest podcast episode, we dive into the outcomes of the United Nations Biodiversity Conference in Cali, Colombia. Joined by experts who were on the ground, we explore: ➡️ The intersection of agriculture and biodiversity ➡️ Whether agri-food solutions took center stage ➡️ Key takeaways from this pivotal COP—was it transformative, or just more talk? 🎙️ Featuring insights from: 🔹 Edward Davey (World Resources Institute) 🔹 Lim Li Ching (IPES-Food & Third World Network) 🔹 Hazel Healy (DeSmog UK) 🌍 Tune in bit.ly/4grCoiv #Biodiversity #COP #SustainableAgriculture #ClimateAction

🌊 🐟 Did you know our oceans face a dual threat from overfishing and biodiversity loss? Industrial fishing, unsustainable aquaculture, and poor seafood choices are pushing marine life to the brink. But YOU can help change that! 💡 Support local fishers. 💡 Avoid overfished species. 💡 Choose sustainable seafood. Every small action counts toward protecting marine ecosystems and the communities that depend on them. Want to learn more? 🌱 Download our Plant the Future Toolkit using the link below and discover how YOU can make a difference! https://lnkd.in/eAW4d5_v #SustainableFish #PlantTheFuture #SupportLocal

🌍 Today, we celebrate Terra MadreDay 2024, a global call to action and reflection on the vital role of agroecology in shaping a sustainable future. Under the inspiring theme “We Are Nature”, this year’s celebration reminds us of our deep connection to the natural world and our shared responsibility to protect it. #Agroecology champions sustainable farming, biodiversity, and the health of our ecosystems, all while prioritizing the well-being of communities. Across the world, people are gathering for events like farm tours, seed exchanges, workshops, and community dinners to spotlight the resilience of our food cultures and the importance of community-led action. Whether it’s through a local picnic, a cooking class using regenerative ingredients, or an interactive talk on biodiversity, each action brings us closer to a future of good, clean, and fair food for all. Want to join the movement? https://lnkd.in/eGUGQb3t Share your experiences, host an event, or spread the word using #TerraMadreDay and #SlowFood. Together, we can nurture a more harmonious and equitable food system. Let’s make a difference, one plate at a time. 🍃🌾 #WeAreNature #Sustainability #Community