…advanced training module on climate stewardship is in development. The training will be provided to select certified California Naturalists, volunteers who work with partner organizations across the state on environmental…
Sonoma County Sustainability Program Close to Achieving Goal
…into the certification process,” Kruse said. Kruse A new logo was unveiled at the Unified Wine and Grape Symposium in January to highlight the program and inform consumers that wine…
Plant-based Protein Eaters: It’s About Taste
…say taste is the top reason for the choice, outranking diet concerns at ten percent, animal protection at 11 percent, the environment at 13 percent and even health at 39…
Fertilizer Institute Issues Annual Industry Report
…of the organizations stewardship and sustainability programs, quantifies the industry’s performance record on environmental, economic and social indicators. The report also documents the fertilizer industry’s contribution to meeting the United…
How Dairy Farmers Are Helping Us Meet Our Climate Goals
…costs and environmental impacts, but also demonstrates how cooperation and collective action helps us modernize transportation to meet our climate goals. I am particularly proud of the environmental rigor in…
Celebrating National Cherry Pie Day
Cathy Isom has a bit of cherry history and tells you why you’ll want to celebrate today with a sweet or tart piece of pie. That’s coming up on This…
Superfoods Grown in Your Home Garden
…or beets. What garden would be complete without tomatoes. An absolute must. Squashes/Pumpkins and Broccoli. Sweet potatoes, too. Easy to grow, they like heat, and store well over the winter….
FTC Nominee Pledges to Look Closely at Ag Mergers
…also said, if confirmed, he would police the conduct of big agribusinesses. He also pledges to sue if wrongdoing comes to the agency’s attention. U.S. agriculture has seen rapid consolidation…
MN Students Want GMO Approval Process Streamlined
…the regulatory process.” The letter asks Congress to pass a bipartisan bill that funnels GMO fuel and fiber crops through either the USDA or the EPA, but not both. From…
Legislation Designed to Save Pollinators Introduced in House
…the legislation suspends the use of bee-toxic insecticides, which have been linked to the declining population of pollinators. It also would require the Environmental Protection Agency to do a thorough…
Syngenta Acquires Satellite Imagery Innovator
…weeds, pests and environmental damage. A Syngenta spokesperson says the acquisition will help the company “further develop farm management and crop decision-making tools.” FarmShots will integrate into Syngenta’s AgriEdge Excelsior…
Growth Energy: More Biofuels Vital to Improving U.S. Energy Outlook
…Fuel Standard is vital to that effort, and we urge the Environmental Protection Agency to reject calls from a few fossil fuel advocates who want to hold back the rapid…
U.S. Cattlemen’s Association Wants Beef Defined
…asking the agency for rulemaking on beef labeling to clarify for consumers what is beef derived from cattle and “beef” products created in a laboratory. USCA Presidet Kenny Graner says:…
USDA Helps Dairy and Beef Industries Reach More Domestic and Global Markets
…Systems Checklist, which is now available on the agency’s website, allowing organizations with beef animal welfare programs to be assessed. AMS will continue to work with interested industry partners to…
