sustainability

Wilbur-Ellis Marks 100th anniversary with innovation award for student teams

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. more »

Major nut-based snack manufacturer commits to sourcing 100% bee-friendly almonds

In its commitment to sustainability and ethical sourcing, Flagstone Foods is partnering with almond growers who follow bee-friendly farming practices. more »

USDA seeks proposals for innovative approaches to conservation on ag lands

USDA-NRCS is looking for agriculture partners to implement on-the-ground conservation and will provide incentives to offset the risk of trialing innovation. more »

Diverse group of organizations come together to protect California’s pollinators

New California Pollinator Coalition pledges to increase pollinator habitat on working lands. more »

Growers can apply to join 5 million acres in conservation easements

Growers can contact their local USDA service center to enroll for a farmland easement on eligible land, protecting the land from urban encroachment. more »

NRCS invites proposals for 2021 Conservation Innovation Grants

Applicants have through April 23 to apply for a grant to fund on-farm trials, field demonstrations and pilot projects that are likely successful, but not yet widely adopted. more »

Almond grower the first to earn sustainability certification

With general practices at Bullseye Farms meeting a lot of criteria fitting under a sustainable model, the Woodland, California-based farm sought certification. more »