…production being exported to other countries. Those numbers come from Sodexo Vice President of Sustainability and Corporate Responsibility Ted Monk, who says, “Sodexo is committed to improving the treatment of…
Almond Assessment Increase Approved
…through the Accelerated Innovation Management (AIM) program and global marketing. Building on Sustainability1 The AIM program is designed to expand and accelerate sustainability and production research in nine areas: Irrigation…
Food Prices Down as Biodiesel Production Grows
…to feed the world, we naturally get more fat and carbohydrates than we can eat,” said Don Scott, NBB’s director of sustainability. “One example is a soybean. To produce the…
CDFA / USDA to Host Joint Summit on Healthy Soils
…are ongoing while CDFA’s initiative is slated to begin in 2017. Additionally, numerous agencies, universities, non-profits and organizations are currently researching or pursuing paths to soil sustainability. The soil summit…
Almond Orchard of the Future Fuels Industry Growth
…moving ahead as quickly, as prudently but expeditiously as we can on many different fronts to create that almond orchard of the future and secure our sustainability as an industry.”…
Central Valley Growers Welcome Cold
…the economic, regulatory, and political issues that impact them most. We are a voluntary, non-profit trade association dedicated to enhancing the sustainability of the CA citrus industry by advocating for…
Wheat Growers Welcome Actions on China Trade
…Congress and federal agencies. Based in Washington, DC, NAWG is grower-governed and grower-funded, and works in areas as diverse as federal farm policy, trade, environmental regulation, agricultural research and sustainability….
Sustainability and Collaboration Focus for Yara
Sponsored Content Yara North America chatted with AgNet West at this year’s Almond Conference. The company talked about a new water sensor that stresses their sustainability focus and the importance…
Incentives for Conservation Reserve Program Participants
…removed from agricultural production, while promoting forest sustainability, soil conservation, and water quality protection,” said Pfaff. Eligibility is limited to landowners and agricultural producers already enrolled in CRP with conservation…
First Organic Grower to be President of Santa Cruz County Farm Bureau
…county but also brings awareness to its diverse and often cutting edge agriculture industry so fundamental to the sustainability of Santa Cruz County. Other officers assuming new duties November 1st…
U.S. Food Loss and Waste 2030 Champions
…government, industry and consumers to make significant reductions in food waste,” – Dave Stangis, Campbell’s Vice President, Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability. Link www.theconsumergoodsforum.com/sustainability-strategic-focus/waste/food-waste-case-studies Conagra Brands “Conagra Brands has been working…
Duvall Comments on Election Results
…strides in sustainability and protect our ability to produce. “Elected officials come to Washington with different perspectives and ideas, but they share a common goal of wanting to make our…
Food and Ag Science Will Shape Our Future
…Preparation Laboratory in Ft. Collins, CO. Enhancing the Productivity and Sustainability of American Agriculture and Our Food Supply USDA research has supported America’s farmers and ranchers for over 100 years,…
Farm Groups Discuss Food Industry GMO Marketing Claims/Conflict with Sustainable Agriculture
…(University of Arkansas Professor of Ecological Engineering, Office for Sustainability Executive Director) discuss how food biotechnology affects sustainability. Introduction is Paul Spooner, U.S. Farmers and Ranchers Alliance: intro-paul-spooner Dr. Marty…