The Nourishing Minds publication series has been developed as an educational tool for youth, educators, parents and anyone who wishes to learn more about agriculture and food systems. These magazines offer young people the chance to engage about a wide variety of topics such as food security, nutrition, climate change and sustainability and learn how they can take action. In this first issue of Nourishing Minds, we explore food security and food insecurity while breaking down the stages food goes through from food production to food waste. We investigate the various causes of food insecurity, including environmental and social factors, and address the challenges of achieving food security globally. By creating content that engages students and empowers educators, we bring agriculture to life today so that together we can change the world to a better tomorrow.