sustainability
Cover crops, reduced tilling and compost are common farming practices for sustainability, but European researchers are determining that the introduction of perennial plants – such as thyme – in almond can help mitigate climate change.
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Whole orchard recycling works on a number of levels by giving trees a second life after they have been pulled out of the earth, including increasing water holding capacity and sequestering carbon.
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Launched by Yara North American and Heliae Agriculture, participants will be eligible to receive a sustainability reward based on water productivity and nitrogen use efficiency, as well as recognition in the Alliance.
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The largest such investment in state history, the package includes $1.1 billion over two years to support sustainable agriculture practices.
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Earn money from solar and keep the offset.
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Even with the acceptance of 2.8 million acres in offers, the program still falls short of its 4 million acre target, which results in some negative environmental impacts.
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The funding will support several nationwide pilot programs to convert tree nut byproducts into biocarbon products.
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The company is encouraging college students to find innovative ways to feed a growing population by offering a $25,000 prize to the team with the best proposal.
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In its commitment to sustainability and ethical sourcing, Flagstone Foods is partnering with almond growers who follow bee-friendly farming practices.
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USDA-NRCS is looking for agriculture partners to implement on-the-ground conservation and will provide incentives to offset the risk of trialing innovation.
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