sustainability

Gemperle Family Farms releases first sustainability report

The report details Gemperle Family Farms strong commitment to environmental stewardship and the local community. more »

First funding pool deadline approaching for Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities

The new Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities opportunity provides up to $1 billion for pilot projects that create market opportunities for commodities produced using climate-smart practices. more »

Zero waste in almonds

From feed to plastics, the almond industry is making sure nothing is wasted. more »

Bad water to the rescue?

Converting brackish or contaminated water into freshwater can mean new water supplies. more »

Regenerative farming brings animals into orchards

The 1,000 Farms Initiative, research led by Ecdysis Foundation, aims to quantify regenerative agriculture's potential impacts, with a goal of inspiring its methods nationally. more »

The value in shell waste

One company is transforming almond shells into multiple promising products. more »

Federal-state work group has on-farm compost research site for farmers, ranchers

The site includes information and tools to help farmers compost agricultural byproducts in compliance with regulations. more »

USDA announces Agricultural Outlook Forum theme and program

The theme – New Paths to Sustainability and Productivity Growth – will focus on innovations minimizing agriculture's environmental footprint while ensuring sustainability and improving yields. more »

Stewardship Index for Specialty Crops tracks sustainability

In partnership with CropTrak's technology, users across the supply chain can baseline the environmental impacts of nuts and other crops and identify opportunities for improvement. more »

Irrigation for drought, fertility resilience in almond systems awarded

$25 million for 18 On-Farm Trials projects across the country will help partners work with producers to test and adopt climate-smart systems. more »