The Sustainability of Federal Food Assistance Programs in Rhode Island

By: Grace Feisthamel Edited by: Muhammad Hani Ahsan and Katherine Farrell Graphic by: Ava Lagressa and Arsh Naseer Farm Fresh Rhode Island Farm Fresh Rhode Island, a nonprofit food hub operating out of Providence, Rhode Island, works to connect local farmers and producers to consumers with an emphasis on increasing food access using federal benefit… Read more »

Qosh Tepa Canal: A Hope or a Threat

By Aiman Smagulova Editors: Katie Farrell and Muhammad Hani Ahsan Graphic by: Ava Lagressa and Arsh Naseer The construction of the Qosh Tepa Canal in the north of Afghanistan by the Taliban Government in 2022, represents one of the country’s largest projects, costing $684 million and involving over 4,000 workers.1 Designed to enhance both agricultural… Read more »

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