Sustainability
Rising stars in sustainable agriculture awarded scholarships
Three students – Erniko Brown, Cyheim McRae and Kristen Dunning – recently earned Cynthia Hayes Memorial Scholarships in the amount of $3,000 to h... more »
Walmart debuts bee-friendly policy
Retail giant Walmart on April 13 rolled out a “pollinator health policy” warning its suppliers off of some major pesticides. Martin Mundo, who... more »
Consumers see ag as part of climate change answer: survey
When it comes to climate change, consumers view agriculture as a part of the solution rather than the problem, according to an international survey sp... more »
Sharing the sustainability story with consumers
Sustainability is a major concern for consumers. Farmers and other food producers are aware of that, but often unsure how to address it. The notion o... more »
USDA outlook bright for organic produce
The produce-driven organic food industry weathered the pandemic remarkably well, and investment in research of organic may be part of the solution for... more »
Web database spotlights organic, biodynamic and sustainable vineyards, wine
A new website helps consumers, wine trade and other visitors find sustainable wines, wineries and vineyards in California that are certified with a ri... more »
Canada funds $4.5M in projects fighting farm plastic mess
Canadian farmers are looking to reduce waste, and plant-based plastics are an increasingly popular alternative. Canadian Minister of Agriculture an... more »
Organic Valley founds national clean energy fund for its farmers
Organic Valley recently rolled out a partnership with Clean Energy Credit Union to provide the best loan terms for farmers seeking to reduce their rel... more »
