World Food Prize Celebrating 40th Anniversary

Fundraising campaign aims to continue the efforts of Iowan Norman Borlaug to fight global hunger.

In a world where hundreds of millions still face food insecurity, the World Food Prize Foundation says its mission hasn't changed in 40 years: to end hunger through science, innovation and education.

"There's nothing more important than ensuring that no one goes hungry, nothing more important than ensuring that there is food for people," said Tom Vilsack, CEO of the World Food Prize Foundation.

As the organization marks its 40th anniversary this year and launches its One-of-a-Kind awareness campaign, leaders describe it not just as a ceremonial milestone but as a...